Electrical Maintenance Manager (University)
£40,000 - £50,000 OTE
15% Employer Pension Contribution (USS) * Up to 42 days' holiday * 35-hour week * On-call allowance
In-House Role | 35-Hour Week | Outstanding Benefits
Are you an Electrical Maintenance Manager seeking a leadership role within a diverse university estate offering exceptional benefits, structured salary enhancements and genuine work-life balance?
This is a rare opportunity to join a prestigious estate where people genuinely stay long-term. With a 35-hour week, 15% Pension Contribution and enhanced earnings through on-call and duty-holder responsibilities, this role is about sustainable leadership - not burnout.
You'll lead an established in-house electrical team across a varied campus estate, combining technical leadership with a supportive, people-first culture.
The Role
Lead an in-house team delivering planned & reactive maintenance
Oversee compliance, audits and H&S standards
Deliver toolbox talks and support team development
Manage PPM schedules and reactive works
Act as technical point of contact for senior stakeholders
Maintain statutory compliance and workmanship standards
Predominantly office-based with site support as required
About You
Qualified electrical background
Supervisory / management experience in estates or maintenance
Confident managing people, performance and compliance
Strong communicator with a supportive leadership style
Comfortable in a stakeholder-led environment
Why This Role Stands Out
Work-Life Balance
35-hour week
Monday-Friday (days only)
Holiday
Approx. 32 days standard
Option to buy up to 10 more (up to 42 total)
Enhanced Earnings
£3,800 on-call allowance (1 in 6 rota)
Duty Holder / AP enhancements
Outstanding Pension
14.5% employer contribution (USS pension)
Total contribution over 20%
Stability & Development
In-house role (no contract hopping)
Funded training & qualifications
Long-term progression within estates leadership
Keywords
Electrical Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Manager, Electrical Supervisor, Facilities Manager, Building Services, Planned Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, Compliance, Health & Safety, Authorised Person, Duty Holder, HV, LV, BMS, Asset Management, Estates, University Maintenance, Reading Jobs, Electrical Engineering