Maintenance Supervisor (Mechanical)

Imperial College London is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across our campuses, with a focus on Mechanical building services and associated systems. Working as part of the Maintenance Team, you will help ensure Imperial’s buildings, assets and infrastructure remain operational, safe and fit for purpose, supporting academic, research, teaching and administrative activity with minimal disruption. This is a hands‑on supervisory role, combining technical knowledge, team coordination and customer‑focused service delivery within a busy campus environment.

What you would be doing

• Supervise a team of Maintenance Technicians delivering planned and reactive maintenance across Mechanical, Electrical and Building Fabric assets, with a particular focus on Mechanical building services.
• Provide technical advice, support fault‑finding and repairs, and help ensure plant and equipment remain operational, safe and fit for purpose.
• Support effective service delivery by monitoring KPIs, reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements, coordinating sub‑contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and to Imperial standards.
• Liaise with colleagues, stakeholders and project teams, support reporting and the timely procurement of spares and equipment and contribute to continuous improvement across maintenance services.

What we are looking for

• A recognised apprenticeship and relevant technical qualification in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Experience maintaining and repairing Mechanical and/or Electrical equipment and building services systems.
• Experience managing or supervising technical maintenance teams and sub‑contractors.
• Experience developing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Experience working within KPI‑driven maintenance environments.
• Knowledge of BMS systems to fault diagnostic level, with Trend experience an advantage.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant statutory Health & Safety legislation.
• The ability to interpret drawings and manuals to support fault‑finding.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise with stakeholders, draft reports and attend meetings.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving, often under pressure.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant building management systems.
• The ability to work flexibly as part of a busy, multi‑tasking maintenance team.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world‑leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector‑leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual and mandatory leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on‑site leisure facilities and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Interest‑free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Please be advised that we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this vacancy. If you require any further details on the role please contact: Mickie Turner‑Goble, Property Divisional Administration Manager – csadmin@imperial.ac.uk

Closing Date: Midnight on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above. We reserve the right to close the advert before the stated closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications.

About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top‑ten university where scientific imagination leads to world‑changing impact. Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact. As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network. This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. Our values are at the root of everything we do, and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.