Director of Estates and Facilities

Wolfson College, University of Oxford, is seeking to employ a Director of Estates and Facilities (Home Bursar) with effect from 2 June 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter (an earlier start date may also be agreed).

The Director of Estates and Facilities is a senior position that is responsible for the management and upkeep of the College’s estates and facilities, including Health and Safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of maintenance, refurbishment and new works projects. The role requires excellent strategic planning, project and operational management. The Director of Estates and Facilities works closely with the President and Bursar, as well as the wider College community, including other staff, fellows and students, in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the College.  The role therefore requires maturity and flexibility, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.  The successful candidate will be a hardworking, high achiever, who thrives on being empowered and enjoys adding value every day. 

Duties include, but are not restricted to:

• Identifying, planning and delivering of major estate developments and construction works.
• Contributing to the development and delivery of capital development projects.
• Ensuring Health and Safety compliance, including Fire Safety, and overseeing site security processes.
• Driving sustainability initiatives and strategies.
• Managing, leading and developing the estates and facilities team.
• Managing all related budgets in liaison with the Bursar.

The successful candidate’s salary will sit between £60,000 and £65,000 per annum for a 42 hours week, depending on experience and ability.  The College also offers an attractive pension scheme (USS), free parking and free lunch within allowance when on duty in College.

Wolfson College is one of the world’s leading graduate colleges, and the first to achieve net zero carbon.  It is one of Oxford University’s largest and most international colleges, with an open and inclusive ethos.  Wolfson College provides a first class academic and pastoral environment for its exceptional scholars.  The College is located on the banks of the Cherwell river in north Oxford, with a campus of Grade 2 listed buildings and open parkland. 

For further details and information how to apply please read the further particulars below.

Closing date for this vacancy is noon on Friday 21 March 2025. Interviews will take place on Monday 31 March 2025.

Wolfson College is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce, students and other members of the College.