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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a competent Building Maintenance Supervisor to manage maintenance in our facilities. You will be responsible for hiring and training staff and ensuring the smooth running of upkeep or repair operations. An excellent maintenance supervisor must be reliable and have a great eye for detail. They must have technical skills and knowledge of various crafts such as carpentry, plumbing etc. Leadership and knowledge of administrative tasks such as scheduling are also essential.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance
- Prepare weekly maintenance schedules and allocate work
- Recruit, supervise and train maintenance technicians
- Hire and supervise tradesmen during installations, repairs or maintenance (electricians, plumbers etc.)
- Inspect and maintain building systems (heating, ventilation etc.)
- Contribute to the development of maintenance budget and ensure compliance
- Monitor inventory of materials and equipment
- Participate in coordination of projects (e.g. renovations)
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and health and safety regulations
- Manage relationships with contractors and service providers
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as maintenance supervisor or similar role
- Strong technical knowledge of all building systems (electrical, heating etc.)
- Knowledge of health & safety practices and regulations
- Understanding of budgeting and performance management
- Excellent planning and leadership abilities
- An eye for detail
- Computer savvy with knowledge of relevant software (e.g. CMMS)
- High school diploma or equivalent; Degree from a vocational school will be a plus
- Valid Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM) will be a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in building maintenance?
- How do you handle scheduling and budgeting for maintenance tasks?
- Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a maintenance project?
- How do you ensure compliance with health and safety regulations?
- What strategies do you use to manage relationships with contractors and service providers?