Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Demob Job Ltd; Sawbridgeworth; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company near Sawbridgeworth is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to oversee building maintenance and compliance across a prestigious estate. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering leadership, particularly within military roles, and possess skills in planning, team leadership, and regulatory compliance. This position offers a starting salary of £48,000 along with generous benefits including 30 days of annual leave and company pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Assurance

Complimentary daily lunch

Free access to on-site health & leisure facilities

Free on-site childcare during working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities, maintenance, or engineering leadership.
• Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of maintenance personnel.
• Plan and oversee preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Manage project work and maintenance budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

IT Literacy

Education

Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

We are proud to support a prestigious estate located near Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. The organisation values teamwork, discipline, and precision, qualities that align perfectly with those developed in a military career. This role is ideal for a technically skilled, organised, and motivated individual who enjoys leading a team, ensuring high standards of maintenance, and maintaining operational readiness across a large estate.

As the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee the maintenance and compliance of all buildings and facilities across the estate. You will lead a small team of Engineers, Technicians, and Tradesmen, while coordinating external contractors to ensure the site operates efficiently and safely at all times. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals from the Armed Forces, particularly those who have held Quartermaster appointments such as RQMS (Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant) or SQMS (Squadron Quartermaster Sergeant), roles that involve leadership, resource management, and logistical oversight and who are seeking to apply these skills within a civilian setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a small team of maintenance personnel.
• Plan and oversee both preventative and reactive maintenance across the estate.
• Manage project work, tendering, and maintenance budgets effectively.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance across all facilities, maintaining adherence to building codes and statutory regulations.
• Conduct inspections and audits to maintain a high standard of presentation and functionality throughout the estate.
• Liaise with internal teams and external contractors to deliver a consistent and professional maintenance service.

Applicant Requirements

• Proven experience in a facilities, maintenance, or engineering leadership role from either commercial or military environments.
• Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent military technical training).
• Strong leadership, planning, and communication skills.
• IT-literate, with working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Health & Safety qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, or IWFM.
• Experience in project or budget management.
• Prior military experience as an RQMS, SQMS, or within the Royal Engineers, REME, or similar logistics/infrastructure unit.

Benefits

• Starting salary of £48,000.
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Assurance.
• Complimentary daily lunch, snacks, and refreshments.
• Free access to on-site health & leisure facilities.
• Free on-site childcare provided during working hours.