Description Plumpton College is seeking an experienced, practical and highly organised Maintenance Supervisor to provide hands-on leadership across our in-house maintenance function and support the ongoing care, safety and development of our unique estate. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional with leadership experience to take ownership of day-to-day maintenance delivery, support minor works projects and ensure our facilities remain safe, efficient and professionally presented for students, staff and visitors. About the Role As Maintenance Supervisor, you will report to the Director of Estates and play a key role in coordinating and assuring the quality of both reactive and planned maintenance activity across the College. This is a working leadership role, combining technical expertise with people coordination, contractor liaison and project delivery. You will lead by example, providing guidance to maintenance operatives while remaining hands-on to support service delivery. You will: Lead and coordinate daily in-house maintenance activity, allocating work by skill, risk and priority Undertake minor maintenance tasks to support service delivery (e. g. doors, locks, signage, blinds and furniture) Ensure safe systems of work, risk controls and permits are followed Act as Fire Warden and support fire safety testing and inspections Carry out regular site inspections, addressing hazards and escalating issues as needed Manage materials ordering and workshop stock, ensuring value for money and COSHH compliance Triage and manage maintenance tickets, driving timely completion and accurate records Liaise with contractors to ensure quality, safety and completion standards Deliver minor works projects up to £30k, from planning through to handover Support estate operations including office moves, lighting, drainage, security and College events This role is ideal for a confident and adaptable maintenance professional who enjoys leading by example, solving problems creatively and delivering a consistently high-quality service. About You We are looking for an approachable and technically skilled individual who can confidently supervise maintenance activity while remaining practical and customer focused. Essential: Strong multi-trade knowledge across general building maintenance Experience leading or supervising maintenance delivery within an estates or facilities environment Practical workmanship skills including installation fixings, basic carpentry and furniture/fittings assembly Sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work Good IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, Office 365, Teams) Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive vans/minibuses Ability to work independently, use initiative and support others Excellent attention to detail and pride in high standards of workmanship Friendly, professional and committed to excellent customer service Desirable: Recognised trade qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent) Experience delivering minor works projects from scope to handover Familiarity with planned maintenance programmes and contractor management Experience using electronic maintenance or building management systems Building surveying qualifications You will be professional, adaptable and proactive, with the confidence to lead others while supporting the wider needs of the College. Why Join Us? At Plumpton College, we live our values-Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, Supportive and Progressive-in everything we do. You'll benefit from: We offer a competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including up to 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas. Staff are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme and have access to comprehensive CPD opportunities. As a Disability Confident Committed employer and a signatory of the Menopause Pledge, we are proud to foster an inclusive and supportive workplace. New colleagues benefit from a structured induction and a supported six-month probationary period, as well as a strong coaching culture with in-house L5 trained coaches. Employees also enjoy a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits such as eligibility for a TOTUM card and Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Our commitment to staff wellbeing and community is further demonstrated through regular networking events, active EDI and Sustainability committees and social events at Christmas. We reserve the right to interview or close the vacancy early should we receive a high number of applications. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis. Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Apply now to join a forward-thinking college with a unique estate, strong industry links and a commitment to excellence.