Building Services Supervisor

Salary for this role is up to £43,834 per annum plus varied benefits. We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at Burlington House, a historic landmark in the heart of London, as our Building Services Supervisor. This is a hands‑on leadership role at the centre of a busy, prestigious venue, overseeing day‑to‑day building operations and supporting a wide range of events and activities.

About The Role

• Oversee the efficient day‑to‑day running of Burlington House, including plant, equipment, maintenance, reception, mail and security.
• Manage up to two direct reports and deputise for the Facilities & Estates Manager as needed.
• Work closely with the Hospitality team to deliver seamless internal and external events, including room set‑up, AV support and reception cover at The Chemistry Centre.
• Source, commission and supervise contractors on site, ensuring compliance with safe working procedures.
• Act as Local Health & Safety Officer, maintaining risk assessments, fire safety compliance, CCTV operations and evacuation planning.
• Organise and manage rotas across a 3‑person team providing building cover from 8am–10:30pm.
• Occasional travel to Cambridge (Thomas Graham House) required.
• This role requires flexibility, including early starts, late evenings, and participation in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota as a keyholder. On a rare occasion you will be required to work over weekends.

What We're Looking For

• Proven supervisory or team‑leader experience in building services, facilities or a similar operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including risk assessments, COSHH and fire safety compliance.
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Excellent communication and people management skills, with a calm and decisive approach under pressure.
• Good IT proficiency including Microsoft Office and the ability to support AV/IT setups at events.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage rotas and balance competing operational priorities.

Benefits

• London weighting allowance and lunch allowance.
• 26 days paid holiday per annum.
• 35‑hour working week with flexible options, to be agreed with your line manager.
• Access to a private medical (optional).
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution).

At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates. As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day‑to‑day tasks. We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information.