Head of Maintenance
CV-LibraryOxford, OxfordshirecontractPosted: 13 October 2026
Apply NowAn exciting opportunity to lead and develop a maintenance function within a prestigious property estate.
I’m currently working with a well-established organisation seeking an experienced Interim Head of Maintenance to take responsibility for its diverse property portfolio on an initial six-month contract, with the potential for an extension or permanent appointment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader to make a real impact, improve maintenance operations and lead a team responsible for maintaining a varied estate of grade listed historic buildings, residential properties and modern accommodation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead, motivate and develop the maintenance team, establishing clear standards and priorities.
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Oversee planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and refurbishment projects.
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Manage contractors, procurement, budgets and project expenditure.
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Review existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
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Ensure buildings and facilities meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and presentation.
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Work closely with senior management, consultants and contractors on maintenance planning and major refurbishment works.
What We’re Looking For:
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Proven experience leading a maintenance, estates or facilities management function.
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Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
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A background in building maintenance, refurbishment or capital projects.
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Good knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance and contractor management.
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Experience managing budgets, procurement and external contractors.
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A relevant qualification in construction, building services, engineering or facilities management.
The Opportunity:
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Salary: £60,000–£65,000
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Contract: Initial six months, with potential to extend or become permanent.
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Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
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Location: Oxford.
This role would suit an experienced maintenance or estates professional who enjoys leading teams, improving operational standards and managing a varied property portfolio.
Interested? Get in touch for a confidential discussion or send over your CV to find out more about this
I’m currently working with a well-established organisation seeking an experienced Interim Head of Maintenance to take responsibility for its diverse property portfolio on an initial six-month contract, with the potential for an extension or permanent appointment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader to make a real impact, improve maintenance operations and lead a team responsible for maintaining a varied estate of grade listed historic buildings, residential properties and modern accommodation.
Key Responsibilities:
*
Lead, motivate and develop the maintenance team, establishing clear standards and priorities.
*
Oversee planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and refurbishment projects.
*
Manage contractors, procurement, budgets and project expenditure.
*
Review existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
*
Ensure buildings and facilities meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and presentation.
*
Work closely with senior management, consultants and contractors on maintenance planning and major refurbishment works.
What We’re Looking For:
*
Proven experience leading a maintenance, estates or facilities management function.
*
Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
*
A background in building maintenance, refurbishment or capital projects.
*
Good knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance and contractor management.
*
Experience managing budgets, procurement and external contractors.
*
A relevant qualification in construction, building services, engineering or facilities management.
The Opportunity:
*
Salary: £60,000–£65,000
*
Contract: Initial six months, with potential to extend or become permanent.
*
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
*
Location: Oxford.
This role would suit an experienced maintenance or estates professional who enjoys leading teams, improving operational standards and managing a varied property portfolio.
Interested? Get in touch for a confidential discussion or send over your CV to find out more about this