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Estates news items.

Estates Department – Structural Changes and Customer Service

From 1 December 2018, we are introducing a new organisational structure for the Projects and Maintenance & Technical Services teams within the Estates Department. These changes will facilitate the delivery of improvements around governance, strategy, asset management, statutory compliance, financial … Continue reading

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Who we are

We have recently published a new document entitled Who we are, what we do and where we are going which outlines our strategic vision, key objectives and core values. Please have a look and let us know what you think! https://www.kent.ac.uk/estates/who-we-are.html

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November 2018

Tracey Davies, Access Control Adviser.   The nomination was received from Jon King, Kent Law School. Jon acknowledged Tracey’s dedication and commitment to the Law School, (staying late out of hours on one occasion).  Following a break in to one of … Continue reading

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November 2018

Charlotte Richardson,  PPM and Maintenance Co-ordinator.   The nomination was received from Ron Moore, Assistant Director of Estates, Maintenance and Compliance for Charlotte’s work on the new P task system.  Charlotte was commended for her dedication, professionalism and technical knowledge whilst … Continue reading

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October 2018

Gary Wilson, Maintenance Section.   Nominations were received from Paul Potter, Building Maintenance Manager and Kamal Omer, Caretaker, FM Team.  Gary consistently goes the ‘extra mile’ and has a good working relationship across the campus, producing work of a high standard … Continue reading

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October 2018

Sophie Pearson, Space – Workplace Manager.   The nomination was received from Jill Hayes, PA to the Head of School, School of Politics and International Relations for the outstanding service provided to SPIR during their recent office moves.  Sophie’s emotional intelligence, … Continue reading

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Sibson Building is one of UK’s best new buildings

The Sibson Building at the University has been recognised as one of the nation’s best new buildings by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). RIBA’s National Awards are given to buildings across the UK that are recognised as making … Continue reading

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Changes to Giles Lane car park

Over the summer there will be changes to the Giles Lane car parks. This includes essential maintenance for health and safety reasons. Further information

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Roll-out of Archibus Mobile

Thursday 4th May will see the culmination of a long-term project to implement Archibus Mobile at the University of Kent. We hope this will bring many benefits and allow us to provide an even better service to our customers. The … Continue reading

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Estates Department members of staff receive Highly Commended awards from AUDE (Association of University Directors of Estates)

Members of staff from the Estates Department were recently awarded Highly Commended Awards at the AUDE (Association of University Directors of Estates) Awards Gala Dinner at Canterbury Cathedral’s Chapter House. Sarah Cooke, Head of Customer Services and Engagement, was Highly … Continue reading

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