Maintenance Supervisor

Engineering
Argyllshire
June 24, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

6 month temp – perm role – Maintenance Supervisor

Salary £34, 254 – £42,977

To Supervise a small team of maintenance staff, 5 trades people located throughout Bute & Cowal locality – Cowal (Dunoon), Bute (Rothesay), Helensburgh & Lochside (Helensburgh VICC) of the HSCP.

  • The Estates Department looks after all buildings and equipment across the service.
  • Its role is to make sure everything is safe, maintained, and meets legal and NHS standards.
  • The team manages 56 properties with a budget of around £3.7 million.
  • There are 25 staff covering technical and support roles.

Main Responsibilities Supervision & Planning

  • Manage and supervise maintenance staff and contractors.
  • Plan and organise maintenance schedules (electrical, mechanical, buildings, and grounds).
  • Monitor staff attendance and performance.
  • Oversee small projects and repair work.

Hands-On Maintenance

  • Carry out maintenance and repairs on systems such as:
    • Heating, boilers, and hot water systems
    • Air conditioning and ventilation
    • Electrical systems and equipment
    • Fire alarms, emergency lighting, and generators
    • Medical and hospital equipment (beds, hoists, etc.)
    • Lifts, security systems, and nurse call systems
  • Respond to faults and breakdowns quickly and fix issues.

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all health and safety rules and NHS policies.
  • Carry out risk assessments and use permits to work safely.
  • Manage legionella control (water safety checks, cleaning, monitoring).
  • Keep maintenance records for audits and compliance.

Equipment & Testing

  • Carry out testing (e.g. PAT testing on electrical equipment).
  • Install and commission new equipment safely.
  • Maintain tools, materials, and stock.

Administration & Systems

  • Use systems to:
    • Log and complete work orders
    • Record time and materials
    • Track maintenance and safety checks
  • Order materials and approve spending within limits.

On-Call Duties

  • Take part in an out-of-hours emergency rota to deal with urgent issues.

Decision Making

  • Work independently day-to-day with general oversight from the Estates Officer.
  • Prioritise and schedule work based on needs.
  • Diagnose faults and decide on the best solutions.
  • Order materials and define technical requirements for jobs.

Key Challenges

  • Working in difficult conditions (tight spaces, heights, extreme temperatures).
  • Responding to emergencies (e.g. floods, power loss, equipment failure).
  • Solving complex problems with limited resources.
  • Working in a busy hospital environment and dealing with sensitive situations.

Communication

You’ll regularly work with:

  • Estates Managers & Supervisors – planning and decision-making
  • Estates Team – coordinating daily work
  • NHS Staff – arranging access and explaining work
  • Contractors & Suppliers – organising jobs and materials

Tools & Equipment Used

  • Hand and power tools
  • Electrical testing equipment
  • Access equipment (ladders, platforms, cherry pickers)
  • IT systems and maintenance software
  • Vehicles and lifting equipment
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Summary

This role combines supervision, hands-on maintenance, and planning to keep hospital buildings and equipment safe, compliant, and running smoothly. It also involves responding to emergencies and supporting healthcare services with minimal disruption.

Location

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