Building Maintenance Officer

Spelthorne Borough Council Job Vacancies; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Building Maintenance Officer to manage maintenance work on municipal and residential properties. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property maintenance and excellent communication skills. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,081 – £37,298 per annum and benefits including flexible working hours and a pension scheme. Hybrid working is supported, requiring office attendance on a rota basis.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

At least 23 days paid leave per year

Qualifications

• Proven track record in property maintenance.
• Experience delivering service with attention to detail.
• Comprehensive construction knowledge from a trade background.

Responsibilities

• Organise supervision and cost checking of maintenance work.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Monitor construction-related performance indicators.

Skills

Property maintenance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Management skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to work independently

Competence in Word and Excel

Job description

Building Maintenance Officer

Salary £35,081 – £37,298 per annum plus essential user car allowance.

Full-time, 36 hours per week

This role is within the Asset Management Department, reporting to the Senior Building Manager.

Responsibilities

Working in the Building Services Team, you will be responsible for organising supervision and cost checking of planned and reactive maintenance work on Spelthorne Borough Council municipal and residential properties, providing quality control services required by Councils' strategic maintenance programme, ensuring compliance with specifications, reporting and monitoring construction‑related key performance indicators, and checking contractors' compliance with construction regulations and health and safety legislation.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A proven track record in a varied hands‑on property maintenance role.
• Experience in delivering superior service to stakeholders across the business, with excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritise and manage workload, and capability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction from a trade background, initiative, calm under pressure, and experience checking contractors' compliance with regulations and workmanship quality.
• Valid driving licence and own vehicle.
• Good management skills, confidence, adaptability, strong communication skills (in person and in writing), and competence in Word and Excel.
• Enthusiasm, flexibility and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Additional Information

Hybrid role supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy; office attendance required on a rota and for service requirements. Microsoft Authenticator app will be used for secure network access; candidates must download the app on their own mobile device.

Benefits include flexible working hours, pension scheme, and at least 23 days paid leave per year (pro rata for part‑time).

Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025 (noon)

Interview date: Week commencing 17 November 2025

To apply, please use the apply online button below.

CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form.

We are unable to reply to all candidates. If we have not contacted you within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date.

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