Location
Oxford OX2 7DP
Salary
Competitive plus excellent benefits
Hours
Full Time – 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00) with occasional weekend work to support operational requirements.
About the Role
At Leisure Solutions Community Trust, our mission is simple: More People, More Active, More Often. We provide affordable access to high‑quality leisure facilities that help improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. Behind every swimming lesson, fitness class, and community activity is a team of dedicated professionals who ensure our facilities remain safe, welcoming, and fully operational.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Carry out reactive repairs, fault finding and maintenance across a variety of building services and leisure plant equipment.
- Complete planned preventive maintenance to ensure equipment remains safe, compliant and reliable.
- Support the operation of pool plant, HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems.
- Diagnose faults and identify effective solutions.
- Liaise with contractors and suppliers when required.
- Assist with minor refurbishment and improvement projects.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and health and safety legislation.
- Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, reliability and customer experience.
- Participate in an on‑call rota and support out‑of‑hours emergencies when required.
Essential Qualifications
- Practical maintenance experience gained in a building services, facilities, engineering, manufacturing, leisure, hospitality, commercial or similar environment.
- Good understanding of mechanical systems and equipment.
- Strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications
- Mechanical, electrical, plumbing or engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent).
- Experience working within a leisure centre, swimming pool, facilities management or building services environment.
- Knowledge of pool plant operations.
- Experience with HVAC systems, pumps, motors, controls or water treatment systems.
- Health and safety qualifications such as IOSH Working Safely. Experience using CAFM or maintenance management systems.
Most Importantly
We’re looking for someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and wants to be part of a team that makes a real difference to the local community.
What You’ll Get In Return
- Competitive salary.
- Excellent pension scheme.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression opportunities across our organisation.
- Supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Access to leisure facilities and employee benefits.
- The opportunity to build a rewarding long‑term career.
Legal and EEO Statements
The Trust is committed to equal opportunities and requests any potential applicant to contact the Recruitment Team on 0345 010 4000 as soon as possible if an applicant has any additional queries, requirements or will need additional time in submitting an application. Applicants should be aware that in line with the company’s policy, employees will have a DBS check where appropriate.
