Senior Maintenance Lead – Housing & Youth (East Sussex)

Homeless Link; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Eastbourne is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to supervise a team across East Sussex. The role involves hands-on maintenance tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring safe and welcoming accommodations for young residents. Ideal candidates should possess supervisory experience, strong maintenance skills, and a commitment to high standards of safety and wellbeing. This is a full-time position requiring 37.5 hours per week with a focus on creating a positive environment for young people.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience to effectively direct a small team.
• Strong maintenance experience with high-quality maintenance and decorating work.
• Experience in supported housing or community settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff, providing feedback and support.
• Ensure safe and welcoming accommodation through maintenance.
• Delegate tasks for maintenance, cleaning, and caretaking duties.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance experience

Knowledge of health & safety

Organisational skills

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent in maintenance

Job description

A community support organization in Eastbourne is seeking a Senior Maintenance Worker to supervise a team across East Sussex. The role involves hands-on maintenance tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring safe and welcoming accommodations for young residents. Ideal candidates should possess supervisory experience, strong maintenance skills, and a commitment to high standards of safety and wellbeing. This is a full-time position requiring 37.5 hours per week with a focus on creating a positive environment for young people.