Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Location: West Central London
Salary: £47-50k
Hours: Monday–Friday, 35 hrs/week
Benefits - Great benefits including final salary pension - Civil service - 29%!!!
Are you an experienced Facilities Maintenance professional looking for your next challenge? Join a prestigious cultural institution as Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, managing in-house maintenance contractors and ensuring smooth operation of engineering services across the site.
About the Role
Reporting to the Technical Manager, you’ll oversee Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health (ME&P) services through a team of ~20 maintenance professionals.
Key aspects:
*Maintain environmental conditions and plant to the highest standards.
*Coordinate replacement engineering items and system upgrades.
*Drive efficiency and sustainability through plant selection and energy strategies.
*Manage budgets and provide monthly financial reports.
Responsibilities
*Full management of ME&P maintenance contracts and minor works projects.
*Drive performance
*Supervise contractors -approx. 20
*Liaise with internal teams and contractors to minimise disruption and maintain safety.
*Chair weekly operational meetings and monthly progress reviews; ensure KPIs are met.
*Oversee health & safety compliance; review risk assessments and method statements.
*Maintain asset registers and accurate documentation for tendering.
*Contribute to long-term planning, including 5- and 10-year plant replacement strategies.
What We’re Looking For
*Qualifications: HNC or equivalent in mechanical or electrical discipline.
*Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of engineering services, environmental conditions, and energy efficiency strategies.
*Leadership: Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
*Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
*Problem-Solving: Systematic approach to safe, efficient, cost-effective solutions.
Benefits
*Annual Leave: 26.5 days (pro rata), rising to 31.5 after 5 years + Public Holidays & 1 privilege day.
*Holiday Trading: Buy/sell leave twice yearly; carry over up to 5 days.
*Health & Wellbeing: Virtual GP (7-day access), dental & health screening, skin check app, cover for up to 4 dependent children, Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support, counselling, menopause support), discounted gym & retailer discounts.
*Bubble for Work: Paid hours for childcare, eldercare & pet care; parent events.
*Mental Health First Aiders: Accredited staff support.
*Family Leave: Enhanced maternity/adoption pay; 4 weeks’ paternity leave at full pay.
*Civil Service Pension: Defined benefit scheme; employer contribution ~28.97%.
*Exclusive Gallery Perks: 25% retail/catering discount, free exhibition tickets, reciprocal cultural entry, early access to Permanent Collection.
*Onsite Extras: Subsidised café, exercise classes, physio workshops, massages.
*Local Discounts: Restaurants, bars, salons, gyms & shops.
*Cycle to Work: Loan up to £2,000 for bike/equipment.
*Interest-Free Loans: Rental deposit & season ticket.
*Social & Community: Coffee Roulette, Give As You Earn.
*Freebies: Menstruation products, tea/coffee/hot chocolate, fresh fruit.