Buildings Maintenance Supervisor

Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Buildings Maintenance Supervisor

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Rothamsted Research, Harpenden, Hertfordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 11 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: a627aecd28d24d978bc164f7c8036e63

Location ref: Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Full Job Description

We're seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor to take ownership of day-to-day maintenance operations across our site. You'll be the go-to person for coordinating tasks, supporting the team, and ensuring our buildings remain high-quality, compliant, and dependable.

What You'll Do

Leading, coordinating, and motivating the maintenance team-ensuring work is completed safely, professionally, and on time.
Planning and prioritising daily activities, including reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
Carrying out routine inspections of building fabric, plumbing, equipment, and site systems.
Managing external contractors, ensuring they follow site rules, SLAs, and health and safety requirements.
Keeping accurate maintenance logs, reports, and asset records.
Supporting budgeting, procurement, and stock control for tools, equipment, and materials.
Responding to maintenance emergencies with calm, effective first-line diagnosis.
Championing continuous improvement to enhance building performance, efficiency, and reduce downtime.

Are you a proactive, hands-on maintenance professional who loves solving problems and takes real pride in keeping buildings safe, efficient, and running at their best?
If you're technically skilled, organised, and confident leading others-you might be exactly who we're looking for., Experience in building maintenance, facilities, engineering, or a related trade.
Strong working knowledge of building systems (mechanical, plumbing, etc.).
Experience supervising or leading a maintenance or trades team.
Excellent organisational, communication, and planning skills.
Ability to manage pressure, prioritise effectively, and think one step ahead.
A practical, solutions-focused approach with great attention to detail.
Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2/3, or trade certifications (electrical/mechanical) are a bonus.

What are we like to work with

You will play a key role in ensuring our site is safe, functional, and ready for the people who rely on it every day. This is a role where your expertise is valued, your ideas make a real difference, and your leadership helps shape a high-performing maintenance team., Disability Confident
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Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/buildings-maintenance-supervisor-126686473

About this company

Rothamsted Research

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