Experience

AKS Lytham

• United Kingdom
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Estates Manager

  • Sep 2020 - Present



Kent College, Canterbury

• United Kingdom
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Facilities Manager

  • Sep 2015 - Aug 2020

  An Outstanding independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils ages 3 to 18. An Outstanding independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils ages 3 to 18.



Future Schools Trust

• United Kingdom
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Site and Facilities Manager

  • Apr 2014 - Sep 2015

  Future Schools Trust run New Line Learning and Cornwallis Academies, Tiger Primary School and Little Learners Nursery. The secondary academies also house Future Schools Trust's large and thriving Sixth Form. The Trust consists of representatives from the sponsors, a company owned by Cornwallis Academy called Cornwallis On Line. We have a very supportive governing body that comprises of local business people and members of the local community. Future Schools Trust run New Line Learning and Cornwallis Academies, Tiger Primary School and Little Learners Nursery. The secondary academies also house Future Schools Trust's large and thriving Sixth Form. The Trust consists of representatives from the sponsors, a company owned by Cornwallis Academy called Cornwallis On Line. We have a very supportive governing body that comprises of local business people and members of the local community.



M&E Contractor

• Folkestone & Greenwich

• South East Office Manager - Fixed Term Consultant

  • Oct 2013 - Apr 2014

  Providing a complete Responsive and Planned Maintenance service to several well known and prestigious clients on the Greenwich Peninsula and Kent. Having spent many years Client side and working with Facilities and Building Maintenance contractors and suppliers I worked with this company so I can bring my knowledge of a clients wants and needs to what is a very proactive organisation that not only provides Electrical solutions but provides complete Property maintenance packages throughout Kent and SE London. Show less



OSiT® | Office Space in Town

• United Kingdom
• Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Manager

  • Apr 2013 - Sep 2013

  This flagship Portland stone fronted building is prominently situated in a prime position on the north side of New Broad Street in the core of the City of London, providing 46 offices containing 382 workstations in a high profile and prestigious surrounding. Complete responsibility under a fixed contract for the continued success of this landmark business centre by overseeing and orchestrating a professional team of staff to ensure 100% customer satisfaction and retention in a busy and thriving market. Essentially control of a £3m business ensuring a value for money product whilst achieving superb returns for the investors. Show less



London & Cambridge Properties Ltd

• Maidstone

• Business Centre Manager & Deputy Building Manager

  • Nov 2010 - Apr 2013

  Kent Business Centre is 11,000sq.ft. of serviced offices encompassing 42 individual sized offices available on flexible terms. The business centre operates within Kent House – an eight storey 89,000sq.ft. landmark office block in the centre of Maidstone. Directly responsible for:- Overseeing of all M&E activity - reactive / PPM; Health & Safety including Risk Assessment; People Management; IT / Telecoms; Reception / Security services; Budget Control; Business Development; Marketing; Lease Management; Negotiation. Show less



Help for Heroes

• United Kingdom
• Fundraising
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Volunteer Local Coordinator for Kent

  • 2010 - Sep 2012



Capital Enterprise Centres

• Swale

• Centre Manager

  • Nov 2006 - Oct 2010

  Ensure consistent full occupancy and a high level of customer satisfaction. Maintain marketing material, information on availability, arrange viewings and completion of Licence Agreements. Calculating, setting and maintaining budgets for rents, service and additional charges. Supervise, liase and support new licensees taking up occupation as well as those vacating. Negotiate and manage site contracts for utility supplies, telecoms, cleaning & gardening, waste & recycling and security as well as services including reception, maintenance, franking & photocopying. Develop M&E contracts and ensure such are delivered as per specification. Management & execution of regular checks as directed by company policy and Health and Safety legislation as well as Fire Safety regulations. Maintain a high profile relationship with agents, local authorities, business groups and service providers. Show less



Shepway District Council

• United Kingdom
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Housing Options Coordinator

  • Oct 2005 - Nov 2006

  Deliver comprehensive housing information, advice and assistance to delay or prevent homelessness whilst promoting local housing options. Maintain an expert knowledge of the Housing Act part vii and all associated case law and legislation. Carry out interviews and write reports following investigations into claims of homelessness. Administer a deposit scheme, liase and negotiate with landlords as well as set up a landlord’s forum. Identify and secure suitable accommodation and manage the authority’s hostels. Liaise with all outside bodies providing housing advice i.e. Shelter, CAB Show less



Moat Homes Limited

• United Kingdom
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Sales & Marketing Officer

  • 2002 - 2005

  Market, promote and sell shared ownership new build properties and to see each sale through to a successful completion. Liaise with developers and planners throughout construction to input buyers’ trends to achieve a desirable product. Support members of my team with training and back up as a matter of course to ensure sales were achieved and budgets adhered too. Constantly promote good relations with mortgage advisors, solicitors and estate agents throughout the region. Undertake market research on potential sites by making desktop and local assessments. Plan, dress and man show units and to ensure a healthy level of open days, promotions and drop-ins are available for potential buyers to view. Interview purchasers to ensure their ability to purchase and walk them through the process from start to finish. Show less



Ward & Partners Estate Agents

• Kent

• Senior Sales Advisor

  • Aug 2000 - 2002

  Meet and greet potential purchasers and assess ability and motivation to buy. Match buyers to properties, secure viewings and invite offers to buy. Assess needs of sellers and present a marketing strategy offering best price and timescale to match their needs. Negotiate offers and liase with solicitors, surveyors and mortgage advisors to ensure a speedy completion. Plan and agree fresh strategies for unsold properties and actively canvass for the business of other sellers and buyers. Show less



Dawson UK Ltd

• Facilities Assistant

  • 1993 - 2000

  Assist the company secretary and office services manager with the day-to-day running of a large office and warehouse complex with 200 staff. Manage reception effectively, to ensure the company’s high standards are demonstrated from the first point of contact. Manage all mailroom activities, including cost-coding each department’s usage. Assist in the organisation of the maintenance team and ensure a viable maintenance program is in use. Assist in ensuring the Company’s compliance with Health and Safety / Fire regulations. I was also the staff representative on the Health and Safety Consultative Committee. Show less



British Army

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lance Bombardier

  • 1985 - 1991

  Undertook all duties assigned to me in my role as a Advanced Communications Specialist (Radio) whilst serving in a multi-national task force. Undertook several tours abroad including the United Nations and trained in varied countries and conditions ranging from the arctic to the desert. Spent my final months as a Regimental Policeman responsible for the security of a camp with over 1000 personnel and their families. Undertook all duties assigned to me in my role as a Advanced Communications Specialist (Radio) whilst serving in a multi-national task force. Undertook several tours abroad including the United Nations and trained in varied countries and conditions ranging from the arctic to the desert. Spent my final months as a Regimental Policeman responsible for the security of a camp with over 1000 personnel and their families.