Maintenance Supervisor

Hampshire County Council; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee caretaking, cleaning and routine maintenance across our residential facilities in Hampshire. You will support the Registered Manager to uphold cleanliness, safety standards and service efficiency for residents and staff.

You will conduct health and safety checks, manage alarm testing, supervise a housekeeping team and foster positive relationships with colleagues and residents while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Health and Safety regulations understanding.
• Experience with routine maintenance tasks.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Strong team-oriented approach and communication.
• Empathy and residents' needs awareness.

Responsibilities

• Provide and manage minor caretaking, cleaning and routine maintenance for buildings and grounds.
• Support the Registered Manager to ensure high standards of cleanliness and health & safety.
• Conduct health and safety checks, test fire/security alarms and water temperatures as required.
• Supervise and train the housekeeping team.
• Build positive connections with colleagues and residents.
• Maintain a safe, clean and pleasant environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Routine maintenance

Supervising staff

Team player

Empathy

Job description

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Maintenance Supervisor

Job Reference: HCC625164

Salary Range: £28,697 - £31,573 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 22 October 2026

The Role:

Our homes provide the right environment for us to deliver the outstanding care our residents deserve. As a Maintenance Supervisor you'll play a key role in ensuring we can deliver our services in a clean, safe and pleasant environment, so our residents and staff can feel proud of their surroundings.

What you'll do:

• Provide and manage the delivery of minor essential caretaking, cleaning and routine repair and maintenance work for buildings, furniture and fittings, as well as the maintenance of grounds and gardens within the home.
• Support the Registered Manager to ensure high standards of cleanliness, an efficient service and Health and Safety compliance at all times.
• Undertake health and safety checks, test and record fire and security alarms systems and equipment and test and record water temperatures and content in accordance with procedures.
• Testing and recording fire and security alarm systems and equipment in accordance
• Supervise, train and line manage the housekeeping team.
• Build positive connections with colleagues and show empathy and an understanding of residents' needs.

What we're looking for:

• Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
• Skilled in routine maintenance activities.
• Experience in supervising staff.
• Excellent team player with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues.
• Empathy and understanding in interactions with residents.

• Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional Growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Find more information here .

Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may have experience of may include: Maintenance Technician, Handyman, Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Specialist, Building Maintenance Worker, Facilities Maintenance.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults' Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application. For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail]
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Donna Smyth or Katie Sutton, Deputy Managers on 02380 626640

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.