Area Property Operations Manager Contract: Until 31 January 2027 Location: HMP Stile & HMP Thorn Cross Client: Ministry of Justice (MOJ) CV Deadline: 13 October 2026 Role Summary Seeking an experienced Area Property Operations Manager to oversee facilities and property operations across HMP Stile and HMP Thorn Cross. Key Responsibilities * Manage day-to-day property, estates and facilities operations across both sites. * Oversee maintenance, security, compliance and associated services. * Monitor performance against health & safety, cost, programme and quality targets. * Identify risks/issues and implement appropriate remedial actions. * Manage technical specifications and safety documentation through to implementation. * Manage stakeholders, contractors and technical teams. * Ensure statutory, regulatory and organisational compliance. * Provide reporting on performance, risks and operational issues. * Support continuous improvement across property and facilities operations. Key Requirements * Strong background in property, estates, facilities or building operations management. * Experience within a complex, regulated or operational environment. * Good knowledge of maintenance, compliance, health & safety and technical requirements. * Experience managing contractors and stakeholders. * Strong technical, organisational and communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and sites effectively. Please note: The successful candidate must be able to obtain the required BPSS and enhanced HMPPS vetting