Location: Based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP
Salary: £14,736 per annum (22.5 hours/week, pro-rata of £24,570 FTE) – negotiable depending on experience
Contract: Part Time, Permanent
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Closing Date: 2nd January 2026
The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country are on a mission to create a Wilder Birmingham and Black Country. As an urban Wildlife Trust, they believe that education and community engagement are vital to protecting and restoring nature in our region. They work with people of all ages and backgrounds to build meaningful connections with the natural world and empower them to take action.
About the Role
The Trust is looking for a proactive and organised Estates Co-ordinator to oversee the day-to-day running of its buildings and provide essential support to its wider teams. You’ll work closely with colleagues and contractors to ensure their offices are well-maintained and efficient.
You’ll be based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP, with regular work at their EcoPark site in Small Heath and occasional travel across the region and nationally.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilities Management: Oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of two environmental centre buildings, including minor repairs and coordinating contractors.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Support implementation of health and safety policies, including fire safety, first aid provision, and compliance monitoring.
- Contractor & Supplier Coordination: Manage relationships with external suppliers and contractors, ensuring value for money and sustainability.
- Asset & Equipment Oversight: Maintain asset registers, coordinate waste disposal, and ensure timely servicing or replacement of estate equipment.
- Security Management: Act as a keyholder, oversee site security, manage CCTV and alarm systems, and support emergency planning.
- Utilities & Financial Admin: Monitor utilities, provide meter readings, check bills, and manage petty cash systems.
- IT & AV Support: Provide basic troubleshooting or liaison with IT support and assist with AV setup for meetings and events.
- General Support & Representation: Assist with room setups, attend events, support Trust strategies, and act as a positive ambassador for the organisation.
About You
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
- Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
- Strong communication skills and able to work independently
- Experience in the charity sector is desirable
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car is required
How to apply:
Suitable candidates are being interviewed on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. For more information visit the website or apply via the recruitment page: https://careers.bbcwildlife.org.uk/
For further information:
Please visit https://careers.bbcwildlife.org.uk/ and contact recruitment@bbcwildlife.org.uk for questions.
