Site & Facilities Supervisor
Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
Salary: £31,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, including weekends on a rota basis
About the Role
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and hands-on Site & Facilities Supervisor to join their team based in the Saffron Walden area.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, organised and motivated individual with a background in facilities maintenance, site management, engineering or general building maintenance.
Our client is looking for someone who can take ownership of day-to-day site maintenance, supervise a small team and ensure that buildings, grounds, equipment and facilities are maintained to a high standard.
This is a varied, hands-on position where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will be confident managing workloads, solving problems and working alongside their team to ensure tasks and projects are completed safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
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Supervise, support and coordinate a small team of maintenance and facilities staff.
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Allocate daily tasks, organise workloads and ensure maintenance activities are completed efficiently.
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Manage and prioritise ongoing maintenance requirements, repairs and site improvement projects.
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Carry out general building maintenance, repairs and upkeep across the site.
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Oversee the maintenance of site infrastructure, utilities, drainage systems and facilities.
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Coordinate grounds maintenance activities, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, fencing, pathways and general landscaping.
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Ensure all tools, machinery and equipment are maintained, inspected and stored correctly.
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Plan and oversee minor construction works, repairs, installations and improvement projects.
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Coordinate labour, materials and resources to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
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Provide hands-on support with maintenance tasks and repairs when required.
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Assist with routine equipment inspections, servicing and minor mechanical repairs.
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Respond promptly to unexpected maintenance issues and operational requirements.
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Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health and safety procedures and company policies.
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Identify opportunities to improve site maintenance standards, efficiency and overall presentation.
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Work closely with management and other departments to support the smooth running of daily operations.
Skills & Experience Required
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Previous experience in facilities maintenance, site maintenance, estates management, construction, engineering or a similar practical environment.
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Minimum 1 year's supervisory or team leadership experience.
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Minimum 1 year's facilities maintenance experience.
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Strong hands-on maintenance skills, with the ability to undertake a variety of general repairs.
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Experience organising and prioritising maintenance tasks and workloads.
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Good practical problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
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Confidence supervising staff and providing guidance and support.
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Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
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Strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
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A proactive, flexible and reliable approach to work.
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Willingness to undertake physical, hands-on duties as part of the role.
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Flexibility to work weekends and during busy operational periods.
Desirable Experience
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Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping or general estate upkeep.
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Basic mechanical or engineering maintenance knowledge.
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Experience coordinating small building or site improvement projects.
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Experience working in a large outdoor site, leisure facility, hospitality environment or similar operational setting.
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Knowledge of general building services, drainage and infrastructure maintenance.
Salary & Benefits
Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:
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£31,000 annual salary
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Permanent, full-time position
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31 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
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Company pension scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Employee discounts
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Discounted or free food
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Free on-site parking
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Health and wellbeing programme
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Varied and rewarding working environment
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Opportunity to take ownership of site maintenance and improvement projects
Working Hours
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Weekend working is required as part of the normal working rota, with flexibility needed during busier periods, including school holidays.
The Ideal Candidate
Our client is looking for a dependable, hardworking and practical individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, well-organised and well-presented working environment.
You will be someone who enjoys being hands-on, can confidently lead a small team and is comfortable balancing planned maintenance with unexpected repairs and operational priorities.
The ability to take initiative, solve problems and ensure work is completed to a high standard will be essential.
How to Apply
If you have a strong background in facilities maintenance, general site maintenance or engineering, along with previous supervisory experience, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please contact:
Michael O’Hare
01462 670666
michael.ohare@irweb.co.uk
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