Site Manager

At Ormiston Maritime Academy (OMA), we are seeking to appoint a dedicated and motivated Site Manager to lead on day-to-day maintenance and site management.

OMA offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace with outstanding professional development opportunities. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to make a real impact on young people’s lives.

Student well-being, safety, and success are our top priorities. Under the leadership of Principal Carrianne Robson, we have built a nurturing environment where students feel safe and supported, fostering positive attitudes toward learning. Our students are motivated and engaged in their educational journey.

If you’re ready to contribute to a team that strives for excellence and creates meaningful change, Ormiston Maritime Academy is the place for you.

The successful candidate will have:

• proven experience as a site manger, supervisor or similar role
• good working knowledge of management and maintenance of buildings, mechanical, electrical and other infrastructure systems
• up to date knowledge of statutory regulations and guidance relating to the post
• an energetic and hands on approach, excited to lead a small and productive team undertaking responsibility for the overall operational management and maintenance of the site.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Line management of the Site and Cleaning Team
• To act as lead on the academy’s energy management strategies
• Support with the management of Health and Safety across the academy site
• Liaison with and supervision of contractors
• Plan and carry out repairs and maintenance of the academy site
• Act as key holder, opening or closing the site and alarm call out response

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of the Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 43 primary and secondary academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential. OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.

Ormiston Academies Trust is an ethical sponsor, committed to improving the life chances of young people. We share their vision for all young people to have the highest academic, social and practical skills to allow them to lead a fulfilling life.

For further details please see the attached JD and person specifications.

To arrange an informal tour of the school or if you have any questions regarding the role please contact Heather Wells, PA to the Principal, via wellsh@omacademy.co.uk

To apply for the role, please visit our OAT Careers page via the link below, search for Ormiston Maritime Academy and submit your application form by 9am on Monday 16 September 2024.  Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Ormiston Maritime Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974