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Review: Maintenance Manager Opportunity with the Residential Estates Team

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Manager to join a dynamic Residential Estates Team. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of accommodation for students within the Halls of Residences estate. The team is currently expanding, and this position is ideal for someone looking to contribute to significant improvements in operational services and enhance the student experience.

Advantages for Potential Candidates:

• Career Development: The University is committed to your professional growth. You'll have the chance to develop a career in management, with the offering of a tailored management development programme. Past team members have successfully advanced their careers within the institution, demonstrating clear progression pathways.
• Impactful Role: You will be instrumental in delivering planned and reactive maintenance, as well as small refurbishment projects, directly contributing to a positive social and academic environment for students.
• Collaborative Environment: This role fosters strong collaboration with various teams, including the Reactive Maintenance Manager, Assistant Maintenance Manager, and Customer Services. This is an excellent environment for individuals who thrive on working with others to achieve shared goals.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Beyond a competitive salary, this position offers a robust benefits package. This includes:
  • Pension Scheme Membership
  • A generous annual leave allowance, enhanced by University closure days and public holidays.
  • Excellent family leave arrangements (maternity, paternity, adoption, parental).
  • Additional perks such as a cycle to work scheme and discounted Sport and Wellbeing membership.
• Work-Life Balance: A standard 35-hour work week is offered. While weekend work may be required during peak periods (e.g., student arrivals/departures, open days), this is compensated with time off in lieu or overtime payments.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Experience and Skills: The ideal candidate will have proven work experience in Mechanical / Plumbing or Building Services. A strong understanding of safe working practices under CDM regulations and compliance with statutory regulations is essential.
• Adaptability and Resilience: You should be comfortable working in a busy environment with competing demands and priorities. The ability to manage multiple areas of the University Estate and work in partnership with diverse teams will be key to your success.
• Operational Focus: A significant aspect of this role involves ensuring the robust and safe operation of the University's building services. This requires a proactive approach to maintenance and a focus on continuous improvement in effectiveness.
• Contractor Management: Experience in managing appointed term contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and effective service delivery will be highly beneficial.
• Mobility: A full driving license is essential for travelling to various local sites within the University estate.

This Maintenance Manager position presents a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional seeking to advance their management career within a supportive and well-resourced organization. If you are passionate about delivering excellent service and contributing to a positive student experience, we encourage you to explore this role further.