Maintenance Supervisor

Manchester University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily maintenance operations on its campus. You will lead a team, ensuring that facilities operate efficiently and safely, while managing budgets and compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience. This role supports a positive work-life balance with competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous time off

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Five years of maintenance or facilities experience with leadership roles.
• Ability to perform physical maintenance tasks and work flexible hours.
• Strong initiative and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and repair of campus facilities, including HVAC and plumbing.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff for quality work.
• Manage maintenance budgets and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in building operations or equivalent experience

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Maintenance management software

Job description

Position: Maintenance Supervisor

Department: Physical Plant

Campus: North Manchester, IN

Target Hire Date: December 2025

Manchester University invites applications for a hands‑on Maintenance Supervisor to lead and participate in daily maintenance operations for the North Manchester campus and the Koinonia Environmental & Retreat Center. This role combines leadership and skilled maintenance work, overseeing staff and ensuring facilities, systems, and equipment operate efficiently and safely.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and participate in maintenance and repair of campus facilities, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Supervise and schedule maintenance staff, ensuring quality and timely completion of work.
• Monitor building systems, energy use, and equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Coordinate vendors and contractors for repairs, projects, and inspections.
• Manage maintenance budgets, safety compliance, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Support snow removal and other seasonal campus operations.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in building operations or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• At least five years of maintenance or facilities experience, including leadership or supervisory roles.
• Strong initiative, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and general building systems.
• Ability to perform physical maintenance tasks and work occasional evenings or weekends.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Manchester University?

• Respect the infinite worth of every individual
• Foster a campus culture rooted in integrity, compassion, and service
• Support a healthy work‑life balance with generous time off and flexible scheduling
• Offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Invest in faculty and staff development and encourage scholarly engagement

For more information about the position, please review the job description attached to this posting.

To apply, please select the “Apply” button to begin the application process.

Manchester University is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we are committed to respecting the infinite worth of every individual.

We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.