Estates Team Supervisor Location: Rutland Salary: £27,500 excellent benefits Were looking for a practical and motivated Estates Team Supervisor to take charge of day-to-day operations across a varied estate. This role combines hands-on work with team leadership, offering real variety and the chance to make a visible difference every day. The Role As Estates Team Supervisor, youll be the first point of contact for keeping things running smoothly across academic, residential, and staff buildings. Youll manage a small team of Estates Technicians while also working alongside them on a wide range of tasks. Heres what the role will involve in more detail: Team Leadership Organising daily tasks for the Estates Technicians, ensuring workloads are balanced and urgent requests are prioritised. Using the CAFM system and Helpdesk to allocate jobs, monitor progress, and make sure deadlines are met. Providing guidance and support, helping your team work safely and effectively. Building & Facilities Maintenance Carrying out small repairs, basic decorating, and compliance checks to keep facilities in good working order. Supporting planned maintenance activities, such as room checks, lighting replacements, and water testing. Assisting contractors when specialist work is required, ensuring jobs are completed to the right standard. Porterage & Logistics Moving furniture, equipment, and teaching resources between classrooms, offices, residential buildings, and storage areas. Coordinating deliveries and collections, making sure items get to where they need to be on time. Assisting with recycling and general waste duties to help keep the estate clean and organised. Event & School Support Preparing spaces for school functions, open days, sports events, concerts, and exams. Setting up staging, seating, and technical equipment where needed. Being available during events to resolve any issues quickly and keep everything running smoothly. Grounds & External Work Helping with outdoor tasks such as road gritting in winter, small repairs to paths and roads, and general site upkeep. Ensuring the external areas of the estate remain safe, tidy, and welcoming. Health & Safety Making sure your team follow safe working practices at all times. Reporting hazards and dealing with issues promptly. Playing an active role in maintaining compliance across the estate. About You Youre hands-on, organised, and thrive on variety. Youre equally comfortable leading a team as you are rolling up your sleeves to tackle jobs yourself. Above all, you take pride in getting things done properly and keeping operations running smoothly. Youll need: Experience supervising or managing a team (ideally in estates, facilities, or maintenance). A solid practical background multi-trade or general facilities experience would be an advantage. Good organisational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. Competent IT skills (experience with CAFM systems is useful but not essential). A full UK driving licence (preferred, as the role involves driving estate vehicles). What We Offer A close-knit and supportive working environment. A role with real variety and purpose. Training and development opportunities to grow your skills. Generous holiday allowance and employee benefits package