Head of Maintenance

Bradfield College; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Maintenance to lead their Maintenance Department. This pivotal role involves overseeing the upkeep of a diverse property portfolio, ensuring compliance and high standards across commercial and residential assets. You will manage projects that enhance the College’s facilities while supporting both reactive and planned preventative maintenance programmes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, project management, and a passion for sustainability. Join a motivated team and contribute to the continual development of a prestigious educational institution.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Workplace Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Subsidised Sports Centre Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Parking

Free Lunch

Qualifications

• Experience managing building maintenance in a live operational environment.
• Strong track record in planned and reactive maintenance programmes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of 35 commercial and 100 domestic properties.
• Manage projects for the improvement of the College’s property portfolio.

Skills

Building Maintenance Management

Project Management

Surveying

Environmental Conservation Practices

Education

IWFM Level 5 Qualification

ILM Level 5 Qualification

Recognised Qualification in Surveying or Construction

Job description

The role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Maintenance to lead the Maintenance Department for the Bradfield Group, which includes Bradfield College and St Andrew’s Prep School.

As Head of Maintenance, you will be responsible for the upkeep, compliance, and improvement of our extensive and diverse property portfolio, ensuring that all commercial and residential assets are maintained to the highest standards and in line with regulations.

Joining our well-motivated Maintenance Department, you will help oversee the maintenance of 35 commercial buildings and over 100 domestic properties, ranging from Grade II listed to modern builds, ensuring they meet high standards and comply with relevant regulations.

You will manage projects that contribute towards the improvement of the College’s extensive property portfolio, whilst supporting the delivery and continual development of our reactive and planned preventative maintenance programmes. Your role will be integral to maintaining the building fabric, building services, infrastructure and assets in support of the College’s Estates strategy.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will hold an IWFM Level 5 qualification or equivalent, alongside an ILM Level 5 qualification. You will also need to hold a recognised qualification in surveying, project management or general construction, and possess a full and relevant driving licence. Demonstrable experience in managing building maintenance and projects in a live operational environment is essential, as is a strong track record of managing planned and reactive maintenance programmes. A sound knowledge of maintenance methods, processes, and environmental and energy conservation practices is also required.

In return, Bradfield College offers a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salary
• Workplace pension and 3 x life cover
• Access to our Employee Assistance programme
• BHSF Health Cash plan
• Subsidised membership of the College Sports Centre and Golf Club
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free parking and lunch provided when the kitchens are open

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Closing date for applications: 1st June 2025.

Bradfield College reserves the right to make an appointment at any time so early applications are encouraged.

Bradfield College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening as part of their application, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.