Director of Property Services

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Property Services to lead the management and development of our significant school properly portfolio. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the school grounds and buildings are well maintained, safe and future focused.

You will oversee day to day property operations, maintenance programmes, compliance, contractor management, capital works, and long-term planning for School and Board owned assets. You will also contribute strategically lo the School's long term property vision.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead and develop the Property Team, fostering a productive and service focused culture.

• Contribute to strategic asset planning and support the school's long-term campus vision.

• Ensure team roles, expectations, and performance processes are clearly managed.

Property Maintenance & Development

• Manage preventative and corrective maintenance programmes for buildings and grounds, ensuring work meets MOE requirements.

• Conduct regular inspections and oversee completion of annual capital works.

• Provide input into the 10 Year Property Plan and 5 Year Agreement (5YA)

Health & Safety

• Ensure safe work practices across all property activity on site.

• Implement training for Property team members.

• Maintain oversight of hazard identification and mitigation.

• Oversee security systems, key control and lock up protocols.

Financial Management

• Assist with development and monitoring of the annual property and CAPEX budgets.

• Manage expenditure within approved budgets and ensure financial prudence.

• Oversee property related invoices and procurement processes.

• Work closely with the Business Manager on all finance related matters.

Communications & Reporting

• Maintain strong communication with staff about maintenance and project activity.

• Present a monthly report to the Board's Finance and Property Committee

• Build strong relationships with school leaders, staff, contractors and the Ministry of Education.

Project & Contractor Management

• Oversee daily contractor activity and ensure compliance with school policies.

• Lead procurement processes for property related services and contracts.

• Liaise with the Business Manager and Principal on all major property initiatives.

Key Skills & Competencies

We are seeking a leader who demonstrates:

• Excellent communication.

• Forward-thinking mindset with strong planning capability.

• Decisiveness and sound judgement.

• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

• Innovation in problem solving and process improvement.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships.

• High organisational capability and strong attention to detail.

• Analytical problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Actively assists with hands on maintenance and manual tasks when required, ensuring efficient operational support during periods of high activity, urgent repairs or staff absences.

About You

You will bring:

• Proven experience in property, facilities management or related fields.

• Strong knowledge of compliance, health & safety and maintenance systems.

• Experience leading teams and managing contractors.

• Financial literacy and experience with budget oversight.

• The ability to thrive in a busy school setting and build positive relationships.