Estates Officer

Permanent | Full-Time | Kensington Olympia

A well-established site in West London is looking for a practical, reliable Estates Officer to support the smooth day-to-day running of a busy, multi-use environment.

Working closely with the Estates Manager, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the safety, security and overall condition of the site, ensuring operations run efficiently and issues are dealt with proactively, professionally and without disruption.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety, and is comfortable taking responsibility when needed.

The Role

• Salary: £31,000 per annum
• Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00
• Location: Kensington Olympia
• Contract: Permanent, year-round (52 weeks)
• Some flexibility required for occasional early starts, evenings or weekends to support events, contractors or planned works.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Estates Manager with day-to-day operational oversight of the site
• Monitoring health & safety compliance and addressing issues promptly
• Coordinating and supervising contractors, temporary and agency staff
• Managing planned and reactive maintenance, repairs and minor works
• Carrying out routine inspections of buildings, systems and grounds
• Maintaining records relating to safety, compliance and scheduled works
• Supporting fire safety arrangements, emergency routes and site security
• Opening and securing the site, including out-of-hours oversight when required
• Setting up and clearing down spaces to support daily activity
• Responding professionally to issues raised via the helpdesk system
• Providing clear, timely updates to the Estates Manager on progress or risks

What We’re Looking For

• A calm, reliable individual with a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Someone comfortable working independently and using their initiative
• Good working knowledge of basic health & safety and building compliance
• Proven hands-on maintenance or facilities experience, with strong DIY skills
• Competence with hand tools; a trade background is advantageous
• Able to carry out moderate manual handling tasks
• Confident communicator, both face-to-face and via email
• Flexible attitude and willingness to support outside normal hours when required
• Clean UK driving licence
• First Aid trained or willing to undertake training

Why This Role?

• Stable, permanent position
• Varied work with real responsibility
• Autonomy day-to-day, with clear support from management
• Opportunity to develop skills within a well-run environment
• A role where reliability, professionalism and quiet competence are genuinely valued

Closing date: 30 April 2026Interviews may take place as applications are received.