Overview
Reporting to the Assistant Director - Campus Services, the Head of Maintenance is responsible for managing all maintenance activities at the University, relating to statutory, planned, preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance. You will be the University’s expert on maintenance ensuring that the maintenance activity enhances the campus experience. The successful postholder will also provide strategic advice on the maintenance strategy and ensuring contracts are in place to support the University estate.
Base pay and compensation
This range is provided by University of Hertfordshire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
* Manage all maintenance activities at the University, relating to statutory, planned, preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance.
* Provide strategic advice on the maintenance strategy and ensure contracts are in place to support the University estate.
* Be the University’s expert on maintenance and ensure that maintenance activity enhances the campus experience.
Qualifications
* Degree qualification (ideally) and a relevant professional qualification.
* Good knowledge and experience of delivering the maintenance requirements of a diverse and large estate.
* Strong leadership and people management skills; ability to develop effective internal and external relationships.
* High level of personal drive and energy to deliver a user-focused FM service.
Further information
The closing date for applications is Sunday 5th October 2025.
The University of Hertfordshire is committed to advancing equality of opportunity, embracing and celebrating the diversity of our community, and fostering a cohesive and inclusive culture. We believe that the inclusion of different voices and unique perspectives is what makes our community thrive.
Benefits
The benefits include 30 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our offices between Christmas and New Year.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management
Industries
* Higher Education
* Facilities Services
* Repair and Maintenance
To apply please send a CV and cover letter to Connor Humpage at connor.humpage@mrgglobal.com.
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