Job Description
Electrical Maintenance Manager (University Estate)
£45,000 - £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
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