Deputy Zonal Maintenance Manager (First Response) (FDMAT1058)

University of Leeds; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed higher education institution in Leeds is seeking a Deputy Zonal Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance efforts across its diverse portfolio. The role invites qualified trade professionals looking to step into management, focusing on effective communication and compliance with regulations. Opportunities for hybrid work and generous benefits are included, making it an appealing position for skilled candidates.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Access to personal development courses

On-site childcare and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced trade professional.
• Ability to lead a team effectively.
• Familiarity with statutory procedures and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Direct Labour Organisation team for maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance procedures and legislation.
• Act as central point of contact for reactive and planned maintenance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience in maintenance management

Job description

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you a qualified and experienced trade professional who is looking to progress into a management role? We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Zonal Maintenance Manager (First Response) in our Estates team, Facilities Directorate.

The University of Leeds is one of the top 80 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first‑class student education, along with world‑leading research that has a real impact around the globe.

You will be leading a professional Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) team and specialist subcontractors in achieving reactive maintenance and pre‑planned maintenance (PPM) for all aspects of the diverse university portfolio. You will report to the Zonal Maintenance Manager (First Response) where you will be the central point of contact to ensure reactive, PPM maintenance and compliance is adhered to in line with statutory procedures, legislation and guidelines. Your daily interaction with our internal customers and contractors means you’ll be the ‘face’ of the maintenance team/contractors and you must have excellent communication and organisational skills to deliver a first‑class service to achieve the best customer experience. You will deputise for the Zonal Maintenance Manager (First Response) as required.

Please see details of the University’s Pre‑employment Health Assessment within the Candidate Brief.

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first‑time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.

What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!


• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance


• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state‑of‑the‑art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.


• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.


• Access to on‑site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Lee Bedford
Zonal Maintenance Manager
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