Team Leader – Fabric Bias | Imperial College London, White City Campus
Are you a hands-on team leader with a strong background in fabric maintenance and a passion for customer service? Join us at Imperial College London’s cutting-edge White City Campus, where you'll play a crucial role in keeping our facilities running smoothly and professionally.
We’re looking for a Fabric-Biased Team Leader who’s ready to take charge, lead a small team, and be the go-to person for ensuring the delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance. If you're motivated by quality work, proactive problem-solving, and building strong relationships, this could be your next step.
What You’ll Do
* Lead day-to-day maintenance operations, with a focus on statutory and mandated PPMs and responsive repairs
* Manage on-site contractors, permits, risk assessments, and compliance
* Oversee tools, uniforms, stores, and expense items to keep the team running efficiently
* Prioritize health and safety and champion best practices across the site
* Act as a point of contact for stakeholders like Building Managers and Maintenance Managers
* Deputise for the Supervisor when needed and support contract planning
* Spot opportunities for commercial development and minor works
* Attend training and occasionally support across other Imperial College London sites
What You will Bring
* A time-served background in a relevant trade (fabric maintenance, carpentry, decorating, plastering, etc.)
* Experience managing a small maintenance team and leading by example
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* A working knowledge of CAFM systems, digital tools, and Microsoft Office
* Familiarity with health & safety requirements in engineering environments
* Proven experience installing locks and handling general joinery
🎓 Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* IOSH Managing Safely (we’ll support you to gain this if needed)
* Experience working in regulated environments such as laboratories, healthcare, or food production
What We Offer
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with option to buy 5 more) PLUS a day off for your birthday and increase with length of service!
* Matched pension (6–8%)
* Life Assurance & Private Medical Insurance (after 12 months)
* Flexible benefits including retail discounts, electric car scheme, wellbeing support
* Recognition & referral bonus programmes
* Volunteering day & Employee Assistance Programme
At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you
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