Building Services Supervisor
Location: Newmarket/Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £38500 - £45000
Are you a hands-on Building Services Engineer with a strong trade background and a passion for leading maintenance teams in a dynamic environment? If so, we want to hear from you.We’re working in partnership with a leading healthcare organisation to recruit a Building Services Engineer to join their Estates & Facilities team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional with a solid foundation in electrical, mechanical, or building disciplines to step into a pivotal role within a high-performing estates function.
The RoleAs a Building Services Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of maintenance staff, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, andpliant engineering services across the estate. You’ll oversee minor repairs, interpret engineering drawings, and play a key role in planning and organising the direct labour force to maximise productivity.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
1. Recognised trade apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, or building services
2. First Line Management qualification or working towards one
3. Proven experience managing maintenance teams
4. Strong background in carpentry/building and general maintenance
5. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Desirable
6. ILM Level 3 or equivalent ( Building Services HNC)
7. Authorisedpetent Person in hospital engineering services
8. Asbestos Category A&B / P402 qualification
9. Experience in an acute hospital or healthcare estates environment
10. Familiarity with HTMs and HBNs
Skills and Attributes
11. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
12. Strongmunication and interpersonal abilities
13. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
14. Able to work independently and collaboratively
15. Calm under pressure, with a flexible and proactive approach
16. Customer-focused with a keen eye for detail
17. Sensitive to the needs of patients, staff, and visitors in a live healthcare setting
What You’ll Get in Return
18. Opportunities for professional development and training
19. The chance to make a real impact in a critical public service setting
20. 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
21. Excellent Pension Scheme