Building Maintenance Supervisor

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue service is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor to manage a team of technicians in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The role involves overseeing compliance, delivering practical training, and handling minor repairs. Candidates should have team management experience and preferable background in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Fabric trades. This role is subject to a Standard DBS Check.

Qualifications

• Experience in team management, preferably in a trade such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Fabric.
• Experience in a similar role within a fire and rescue service is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 8 Building Maintenance Technicians.
• Oversee compliance checks and conduct minor repairs across the estate.
• Set up practical training for the team.

Skills

Team management

Building Fabric

Mechanical

Electrical

Job description

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) has established a Corporate Services Strategic Plan outlining the future direction of the organisation's property estate, including management and maintenance strategies. The plan emphasizes collaboration with other public-sector organisations to share properties, embed property and estates principles, and provide high-quality facilities and maintenance management across the county.

The Property and Facilities department is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor with experience managing on-site technicians to join the team during this exciting development phase. The role involves delivering in-house facilities management in preparation for the upcoming Combined Fire Authority with the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.

The successful candidate will manage a team of 8 Building Maintenance Technicians across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Responsibilities include overseeing compliance checks, setting up practical training, and conducting minor repairs across the estate, under the guidance of the Maintenance and Resource Manager and reporting to the Senior Projects and Maintenance Manager.

Applicants should have relevant experience and/or qualifications in team management, with a background in a trade such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Fabric preferred. Experience within a fire and rescue service in a similar role is also advantageous.

HIWFRS Values:

• Reaching Further - Inspiring and challenging ourselves and others.
• Showing Respect - Fairness, honesty, and integrity in everything we say and do.
• Supporting Others - Listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
• Playing Our Part - Recognising the contribution we all make.

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Standard DBS Check and Non-Police Personnel Vetting. Further information will be provided to successful candidates. Candidates must have resided in the UK for at least 3 years to obtain clearance.