Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

This is an exciting opportunity to join a skilled and supportive team where your expertise will have a visible impact across the University.

The Estates Operations team plays a vital role in maintaining and developing Manchester Metropolitan University's diverse estate, ensuring that our buildings, facilities and infrastructure support an exceptional experience for students, staff and visitors.

As part of the Mechanical Maintenance team within Estates, Facilities and Capital Development (EFCD), you will contribute to the delivery of a safe, reliable and efficient environment across a varied and dynamic portfolio of teaching, research and professional services spaces. The team is committed to delivering high-quality maintenance services, continuous improvement and excellent customer service, while supporting the University's sustainability ambitions and long-term estate strategy.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the delivery of mechanical and HVAC maintenance activities across the University estate. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager (Mechanical), you will supervise Mechanical Maintenance Engineers and external contractors, ensuring reactive, planned and preventative maintenance programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You will provide technical expertise, support the management of budgets and resources, assist with compliance and health and safety activities, and play a key role in maintaining operational service delivery across campus.

The role also includes supporting small works projects, contractor management, performance monitoring and contributing to the continuous improvement of maintenance services. Participation in the University's emergency call-out rota is required, with appropriate recompense provided.

About you:

We are looking for a proactive and technically skilled maintenance professional who can lead by example and help ensure the smooth operation of our mechanical building services across a complex and varied estate.

You will:
- Have experience in mechanical building services, HVAC systems and maintenance operations.
- Be confident supervising maintenance teams and contractors in a safety-critical environment.
- Demonstrate strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Possess a sound understanding of health and safety requirements, including risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Hold relevant mechanical engineering qualifications or equivalent experience.
- Be committed to excellent customer service, continuous improvement and collaborative working.

This role would suit someone who enjoys solving problems, taking ownership of challenges and making a tangible impact within a busy and dynamic environment.

Benefits include: 25 days leave plus Christmas closure and bank holidays (extra 5 days after 5 years of service), travel loan, wellbeing platform, life insurance, access to campus facilities, enhanced parental leave, and a high-quality guaranteed pension.