Deputy Maintenance Manager (MEP)

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.
University College Birmingham has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked ninth in the 2024 Guardian League Tables and 67th in the World QS University Rankings 2024.
The Role:
UCB are seeking a dedicated individual to join our Estates and Facilities team as a Deputy Maintenance Manager (MEP)
In this role, you will support the Maintenance Manager by leading the University's maintenance operations, ensuring that work is carried out to the highest standards. You will supervise the work of Maintenance Technicians and Apprentices while also taking a hands-on approach to maintenance tasks across the University's sites. Your role will include conducting regular inspections, supervising external contractors, and ensuring health and safety compliance in all activities.
The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership abilities, have experience in M&E services, and a commitment to upholding professional standards. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong technical skills who is also keen to mentor and guide a team while contributing to the growth of the University's facilities.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: University Caretaker, Facilities Management, Repairs Manager, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Coordinator, Facilities Technician, Maintenance Manager, Estates Management, may also be considered for this role.

+ Generous allocation of annual leave
o 26 days' paid leave per year
o 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
+ Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
o Employer Contributions - 20.9%
+ Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
+ Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
+ Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
+ Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
+ A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
+ Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
+ Free on-site gym membership