Maintenance Team Leader

Academie voor Arbeidsmarktcommunicatie; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Gloucester is seeking a Maintenance Operatives Team Leader to lead a team ensuring safe and well-maintained living environments. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance surveys, planning priorities, and ensuring legal compliance. A strong leadership background and relevant qualifications in property maintenance are essential. The role offers 27 days of leave, health benefits, and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Mental health and wellbeing support

Paycare health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Team initiatives

Discounts on health expenses

Personal development opportunities

Enhanced sickness pay

Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely certification or a City & Guilds qualification or NVQ Level 2 in at least one trade.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct damp and mould surveys.
• Plan maintenance priorities.
• Lead a small team of Decorators and Maintenance Operatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Good understanding of property maintenance

Ability to work with a wide range of people

Education

IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent

Job description

Our Charity

P3 is a modern, forward-thinking organisation, delivering excellent services for people who face social exclusion. Our values are that we innovate in our work. We're different, creative and like to think of new solutions. We are helpful in everything that we do. We're always friendly and approachable. We are passionate about people.

We believe that what we do can make a real and lasting difference. We are determined to tackle problems that others won't. We always go the extra mile and work with dedication and commitment. We work together internally and externally to ensure the best outcomes for the people we support.

The Role

Are you passionate about combining your leadership skills and knowledge of property maintenance to make a meaningful difference in the community? Join us as a Maintenance Operatives Team Leader and help improve the lives of people using P3 Charity's services by ensuring their living environments are safe, comfortable, and well‑maintained.

Working at various sites across Cheltenham and Gloucester, you will:

• Conduct damp and mould surveys
• Perform fire door inspections
• Plan maintenance priorities
• Lead a small but successful and hard‑working team of Decorators and Maintenance Operatives
• Delegate tasks, provide technical support, and oversee contractor work to ensure deadlines and budgets are met
• Track resources across repairs and replacement services and drive improvements in safety, efficiency and quality
• Ensure legal compliance, including HHSRS

Qualifications and Experience

We’re looking for someone with:

• IOSH Managing Safely certification or a City & Guilds qualification or NVQ Level 2 in at least one trade
• Leadership experience in a similar role
• Good understanding of property maintenance
• Ability to work with a wide range of people and take initiative
• Full UK driving licence (a company van, tools and workwear will be provided)

What We Offer

• 27 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays
• Commitment to mental health and wellbeing – access to a National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions
• Paycare health cash plan – claim back everyday health expenses within an annual limit
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 GP appointments, 1‑1 counselling and health assessments
• Team initiatives – away days, P3's Big Day Out, Annual Awards Ceremony
• Discounts – Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good
• Personal development opportunities – mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing and more
• Enhanced sickness pay based on length of service
• Optional overtime and refer‑a‑friend bonus scheme
• Potential provision of additional equipment (workwear, tools, van or car)

Please note P3 reserves the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence. Previous employment or experience in maintenance is essential. This post is subject to a standard Disclosure & Barring Services check, paid for by P3.

Equal Opportunities

P3 is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.