Job Description

Location:

Head Office - Harrow, with travel to multiple sites across the UK

Reports To:

Group Director

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Kennford Group is a well-established, family-run business with over 30 years of success across multiple sectors, including fuel retail (petrol stations), hospitality (hotels), and residential property management. From our Head Office in Harrow, we oversee all operations, HR, compliance, and statutory obligations for our growing multi-site portfolio.

Position Overview

We are seeking a

versatile, proactive, and detail-oriented Estate Manager

to take responsibility for the effective management of

HR administration

,

health & safety compliance

, and

asset planning

across the Kennford Group. This role requires strong multi-tasking capabilities and a hands-on approach to managing compliance, risk, people, and property performance across a diverse set of businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety & Compliance

Lead all health & safety activities across the business, including petrol stations, hotels, and residential sites. Conduct regular H&S audits and inspections, and ensure full compliance with current UK health, safety, environmental, and fire safety legislation. Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and site-specific risk assessments. Manage all statutory deadlines and bookings for inspections, servicing, testing, and regulatory compliance tasks. Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions. Provide ongoing H&S training and support to site managers and staff, promoting a strong safety culture. Liaise with external inspectors, contractors, regulatory bodies, and enforcement agencies as required. Work in close coordination with senior leadership and HR to align health, safety, and staff wellbeing initiatives. Prepare and present regular compliance and safety reports to directors and key stakeholders.

HR Administration

Support recruitment processes, onboarding, and policy implementation across all business units. Maintain HR records, manage employee documentation, and ensure compliance with employment law.

Asset & Maintenance Management

Maintain a detailed inventory of all physical assets (buildings, equipment, and systems), including tracking condition, usage, and lifecycle. Plan and oversee preventive maintenance to reduce asset downtime and extend asset lifespan. Forecast budgets for maintenance, repairs, and asset replacement; ensure cost-effective planning and procurement. Coordinate with service providers and internal teams to deliver timely upkeep and asset performance across all locations. Conduct regular property checks to ensure all facilities meet operational and compliance standards.

Key Requirements

Proven experience in a multi-site operational, compliance, or estate management role (ideally in fuel retail, hospitality, or property sectors). Solid working knowledge of UK health & safety regulations, employment law, and statutory property requirements. Strong planning, organizational, and administrative skills with attention to detail. Experience with budgeting, cost forecasting, and contractor/vendor management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working across departments and levels. Full UK driving license and flexibility to travel to sites regularly.

Preferred Attributes

Adaptable and solutions-focused, with a hands-on management style. Professional, trustworthy, and comfortable in a family business environment. Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 02/06/2025