Maintenance Team Leader

Lead a team that creates wow moments for students every day

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
Are you a hands-on team leader who takes pride in turning a building into a welcoming home? We're looking for a Maintenance Team Leader to drive excellence across our student portfolio.
In this dynamic role, you'll be the bridge between strategic management and on-the-ground action. You won't just sit behind a desk; you'll lead by examplementoring your maintenance team, overseeing major summer works, and managing contractors to ensure our facilities are safe, compliant, and stylish.
From project managing remedial works to building positive relationships with our students, you will ensure every Move-in Weekend starts with a wow moment.
Although the majority of this role will be in Nottingham, there maybe occasional travel (1-2 days per week depending on time of year) to our Sheffield site in which mileage will be reimbursed at above standard rates.
What you'll be doing

• Supervise maintenance and housekeeping teams across both sites to deliver high-level service
• Complete repairs, problem solve, and deliver quality maintenance that meets all service standards
• Conduct people management tasks including 1-2-1s, mentoring, and coaching
• Work alongside Site Services Officers
• Support building maintenance and compliance, including repairs and redecoration
• Lead our summer works programme with tight timeframes and effective stakeholder communication
• Maintain strong relationships with students and resolve issues professionally
• Project manage remedial works throughout the year, on time and within budget
• Maintain accurate records for asset and stock management
• Help promote and welcome people at Open Days and Move-in Weekends (advanced notice will be given)

What you'll bring

• Supervisory/management and leadership experience
• Experience of leading a highly motivated team achieving strong outcomes
• Intermediate level maintenance skills in joinery, plumbing and decorating
• Experience using repair and maintenance skills in the housing or accommodation sector
• Strong understanding of health and safety and building safety legislation
• Experience converting legislation into operational practices
• Working or have worked within Purpose Built Student Accommodation or Housing Sector
• Knowledge of safe working systems, health and safety and building management
• Experience working in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines
• Great IT, data analysis and report writing skills
• Positive, energised and enthusiastic person with real zest for helping others
• Resilience for working in challenging but rewarding education and employment sectors
• UK driving licence or ability to travel between sites regularly

Being part of the Acis team, you'll get

• Generous holiday entitlement 25 days annual leave
• Matched Pensioncontributions up to 4%
• The opportunity to undertakeprofessional training, funded by us
• One day's paid leave a year for volunteeringwork
• Staff benefits with Paycare health and benefits scheme
• Benefits with Acis Perkz discount schemefor shopping, days out and more
• Employee recognition schemeincluding gift vouchers
• Long service awardsfor loyal employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programmefor confidential advice and support
• Professional membership subscription forprofessional development
• Death in service benefit as part of ourpension scheme

If you're a problem-solver who balances technical repairs with people management and data-driven reporting, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating those wow moments that make a real difference to students' lives.
As soon as a suitable candidate is found for this role we reserve the right to close the job advert ahead of the closing date, so please do not delay in submitting your application.
Acis are committed to equality and diversity, are a proud member of disability confident and welcome applications from any applicant who feel they hold the essential skills to fulfil the role. xwzovoh We recognise that people need flexibility in their role and we're happy to discuss flexible working options with the successful candidate in addition to any aid with interviewing that you might need.
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