Maintenance Engineer Supervisor

Pinnacle Group Limited; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Exeter is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee mechanical and electrical services across schools. This hands-on leadership role requires technical expertise in maintenance, team management, and adherence to health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a recognized mechanical or electrical qualification and experience in a multi-site public sector environment. Join us to create efficient and safe learning environments for students and staff.

Benefits

Maternity/paternity packages

Flexible Working Arrangements

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail Discounts

Childcare Assistance

Season Ticket Loans

Sick Pay Schemes

Personal Development Plans

Company Car/Car Allowance

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams in public sector environments.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including risk assessments.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and lead a team of engineers and caretaking staff.
• Oversee and sign off on Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Provide technical guidance for fault finding and reactive repairs.

Skills

Team management

Health & Safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Technical expertise

Education

Recognized Mechanical or Electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)

Tools

Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems

Job description

Pinnacle Group are looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Engineer to lead the delivery of high‑quality mechanical and electrical services across a patch of schools in Exeter. With a bias in either mechanical or electrical engineering, you will oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensure compliance with contractual and statutory requirements, and support a safe, reliable learning environment for staff and students. This is a hands‑on leadership role where technical expertise, strong coordination skills, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving are essential.

Our Total Facilities Management team delivers integrated asset management and maintenance services across education, leisure, corporate, health and residential sectors.We focus on keeping facilities running smoothly, safely, and efficiently – helping our clients create spaces that work for everyone.

This is a full time role with an alternating shift pattern of 8AM-4PM and 9AM-5PM between Monday-Friday.

Who We Are

Pinnacle Group is a leading UK privatesector provider of housing and neighbourhood services, managing and maintaining communities where people live, learn, work and play.

We’re a people-first organisation with a values driven culture that has remained consistent for thirty years; living through how we treat our employees and our customers.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who, alongside the key criteria below, will sign up to our values of Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge and Deliver Excellence and will be determined to maintain the confidence of our clients and communities.

Key responsibilities

• Directly manage and lead a team of multi-skilled engineers (electrical and mechanical) and on-site caretaking staff.
• Oversee and sign off on the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule to ensure all site assets remain compliant and operational.
• Act as the primary focal point for external contractors, ensuring they follow Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and hold appropriate risk assessments and work permits.
• Maintain site files and technical records to ensure all health, safety, and statutory requirements are met.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians for fault finding and reactive repairs to minimize site downtime.
• Use Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems to track, close, and report on maintenance tasks and KPIs.

Key requirements

• Proven experience managing teams in a multi-site or large-scale public sector environment, such as schools or healthcare facilities.
• Recognized Mechanical or Electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including risk assessments, COSHH, and CDM regulations.
• Proven experience in building services maintenance, ideally within education, healthcare, PFI, or other compliance‑heavy environments.
• Due to the school setting, candidates must possess or be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Our Offer

The more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of our customers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds – particularly from those who represent the communities we serve including ex‑armed forces personnel and their families. As a colleague, you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development.

We offer a wide range of benefits at Pinnacle Group, dependant on your role or business area, these range from additional leave packages to pension plans and discounts at your favourite retailers.

Benefits

• Maternity/paternity packages
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Additional Annual Leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Childcare Assistance
• Season Ticket Loans
• Sick Pay Schemes
• Personal Development Plans
• Company Car/Car Allowance
• Electric Vehicle Scheme