Job type
PermanentLocation
Newmarket / Bury St EdmundsWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
MaintenanceIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£38500 + 25 Days Annual leave entitlement
Building Services Supervisor required to cover 2 sites in Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds.
Building Services Supervisor
Location: Newmarket/Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £38500 - £45000
Location: Newmarket/Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £38500 - £45000
Are you a hands-on Building Services Engineer with a strong trade background and a passion for leading maintenance teams in a dynamic environment? If so, we want to hear from you.
We’re working in partnership with a leading healthcare organisation to recruit a Building Services Engineer to join their Estates & Facilities team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional with a solid foundation in electrical, mechanical, or building disciplines to step into a pivotal role within a high-performing estates function.
The Role
As a Building Services Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of maintenance staff, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and compliant engineering services across the estate. You’ll oversee minor repairs, interpret engineering drawings, and play a key role in planning and organising the direct labour force to maximise productivity.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Recognised trade apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, or building services
- First Line Management qualification or working towards one
- Proven experience managing maintenance teams
- Strong background in carpentry/building and general maintenance
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
- ILM Level 3 or equivalent (e.g. Building Services HNC)
- Authorised/Competent Person in hospital engineering services
- Asbestos Category A&B / P402 qualification
- Experience in an acute hospital or healthcare estates environment
- Familiarity with HTMs and HBNs
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
- Calm under pressure, with a flexible and proactive approach
- Customer-focused with a keen eye for detail
- Sensitive to the needs of patients, staff, and visitors in a live healthcare setting
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- The chance to make a real impact in a critical public service setting
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Excellent Pension Scheme
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
