Building Maintenance Supervisor

Working Pattern: Full Time – 35 hours per week

The Department of Estates and Facilities Management (EFM) at the University of Sheffield is responsible for the management of the University's estate including managing property and facilities and developing new buildings.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Sheffield’s Department of Estates and Facilities Management as a Building Maintenance Supervisor. As part of the Engineering & Maintenance Team you will supervise, co-ordinate and oversee the work of a team of Building Maintenance Technicians as well as working alongside the Electrical and Mechanical Supervisors to ensure progress of multi-trade works. You will carry out building fabric maintenance work, assist staff on site to resolve problems that arise and liaise with contractors and University departments. As Building Maintenance Supervisor you will ensure that all work undertaken is in compliance with the University’s policies, current technical legislation and Health and Safety standards. Liaise with Electrical and Mechanical Supervisors to ensure progress of multi-trade works. Engineering and Maintenance are responsible for the statutory maintenance of building fabric, mechanical and electrical services across the whole campus, as well as responding to sudden, unexpected situations and maintenance projects. We work closely with Faculty and Professional Services colleagues to ensure all our building operational activities support the University’s research and teaching objectives.

The Department of Estates and Facilities Management (EFM) at the University of Sheffield is responsible for maintaining the University's buildings, facilities and grounds, managing its property and facilities and procuring new buildings. The University’s estate contains a wide and varied range of properties which understandably present their own challenges. Some, such as the Arts Tower, are of great architectural importance and must be preserved as part of our national heritage, whilst others such as the award-winning Information Commons and the Students’ Union are modern and sophisticated in their design and servicing. Engineering and Maintenance are responsible for the maintenance of building fabric, mechanical and electrical services. The team also have responsibility for: Building Management Systems, Legionella Management, Energy, Landscape Services and EFM Helpdesk.

What We Offer

• 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
• Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
• A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found at https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits.

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