Maintenance Supervisor

Brellis Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Maintenance Supervisor to lead a dedicated maintenance team in Oxford. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing HR processes, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in maintenance, strong leadership skills, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. With a generous holiday allowance and perks like free lunches and parking, this position offers a supportive environment for those looking to make a significant impact in maintenance operations.

Benefits

39 days' holiday including Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Free lunches on duty

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and team leadership is essential.
• Relevant H&S qualifications are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance team and manage HR processes.
• Oversee maintenance requests and supervise contractors.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain compliance records.

Skills

Team Leadership

Maintenance Management

Health and Safety Regulations

General Trades Skills

IT Systems Proficiency

Education

General Education

Health & Safety Qualifications

Tools

Zendesk

MS Office

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

• Salary: GBP33,125 per year.
• Hours: 42 hours/week (Mon Thu 7.30am till 4.30pm and early finish on Fridays at 4pm).
• Location: Oxford
• 39 days' holiday including Bank Holidays.
• Pension scheme, free lunches on duty, and free parking.

The Maintenance Supervisorleads and supports a small maintenance team, ensuring high standards across all general maintenance activities. Act as the first point of contact for maintenance enquiries, supervise contractors, and oversee reactive and proactive maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities of Maintenance Supervisor:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the maintenance team.
• Manage HR processes like absence, performance, and training.
• Oversee maintenance requests via Zendesk and ensure timely completion.
• Supervise contractors and inspect work quality.
• Support and maintain systems including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• Assist with planned maintenance programmes and refurbishment projects.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain compliance records.
• Carry out hands-on maintenance, repairs, decorating, and minor installations.
• Take part in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota.
• Act as a Fire Warden and First Aider.

Requirements of Maintenance Supervisor:

• Good general education; relevant H&S qualifications are a bonus.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and join the call-out rota.
• Experience with compliance record keeping and building inspections.
• Solid experience in maintenance and team leadership.
• Skilled across general trades (plumbing, electrics, carpentry).
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.
• Confident with IT systems (e.g., MS Office) and maintenance ticketing systems.
• Calm, organised, and a hands-on team player.

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