Senior Maintenance Supervisor

The Opportunity

Hedsor House is an award-winning private wedding and events venue set within 100 acres of stunning grounds, combining a Georgian manor house, guest accommodation and estate properties.

We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Supervisor to play a key role in the ongoing care and presentation of this unique estate. This is a hands-on, long-term position suited to someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety, and wants to be part of a close-knit team maintaining a high-end environment.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will oversee day-to-day maintenance, support a small team, and help ensure the estate consistently looks and operates at its best.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading Day-to-Day Maintenance

• Overseeing maintenance activity across the house, estate buildings and grounds

• Coordinating and prioritising reactive and planned works

• Supporting and guiding the maintenance team in daily tasks

Maintaining High Standards

• Ensuring all areas are safe, compliant and presented to an exceptional standard

• Taking pride in the detail expected of a premium venue

• Acting as a key point of contact for maintenance across the estate

Hands-On Support (Varied Work)

• Carrying out a range of general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, electrical (within competence), carpentry, decorating and repairs

• Responding to urgent issues when needed

Working with Contractors & Teams

• Managing external contractors and monitoring quality of work

• Liaising with colleagues, tenants and residents in a professional and approachable manner

Compliance & Planning

• Supporting statutory compliance (gas, electrical, fire safety, water hygiene, H&S)

• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance schedules and record keeping

Cost Awareness

• Supporting sensible purchasing decisions and identifying practical, cost-effective solutions

Scope of Work

• Main house and guest accommodation

• Estate buildings and grounds

• Rental properties and private residence (scheduled works)

About You

Essential

• Strong practical maintenance experience across a range of trades

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience

• Good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices

• Reliable, organised and able to work independently

• Full UK driving licence

• Based within 30–40 minutes of Hedsor

Desirable

• Trade qualification (electrical, plumbing, mechanical or similar)

• Experience in estates, facilities, hospitality or similar environments

• Knowledge of plant, boilers or building services

What We Offer

• A stable, long-term role within a well-established private estate

• Varied, hands-on work in a unique and high-quality setting

• A supportive team environment with autonomy in your role

• Competative, depending on experience

• 40 hours per week

Work Location: In person