Lead School Maintenance & Safety Manager

Pertemps Bond; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is recruiting a Maintenance Manager to lead the day-to-day upkeep and safety of a school site in Atherstone. You will manage repairs, security, and liaise with staff, contractors and external stakeholders to keep the site fully operational.

The role requires proven maintenance or facilities experience, a good knowledge of building trades, and a strong focus on health and safety. Training will be provided where needed, and you will work full-time with the school team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities or site-based role.
• Good practical knowledge across general building maintenance.
• Experience with basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general repairs.
• Strong understanding of health & safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of the school site.
• Carry out minor repairs across building and grounds.
• Monitor health & safety standards across the site.
• Liaise with and oversee contractors, ensuring quality and timely completion.
• Manage building security, including opening/closing the site and alarms.
• Carry out weekly fire alarm checks and monitor lighting.
• Assist with cleaning duties and waste management.
• Carry out grounds maintenance and post-let checks.
• Support lettings and out-of-hours site operations.
• Coordinate maintenance works during school holidays.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities management

Site-based role

Health & safety

Job description

Pertemps Bond is recruiting a Maintenance Manager to lead the day-to-day upkeep and safety of a school site in Atherstone. You will manage repairs, security, and liaise with staff, contractors and external stakeholders to keep the site fully operational.

The role requires proven maintenance or facilities experience, a good knowledge of building trades, and a strong focus on health and safety. Training will be provided where needed, and you will work full-time with the school team.