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Maintenance Supervisor, Royal Shakespeare Company

  •  West Midlands
  •  Â£40k-50k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes February 1, 2026
  •  Rachel Lloyd
  •  Rachel.lloyd@rsc.org.uk
  • #Theatre

Description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead and support the in-house maintenance team.

Job Description

Are you qualified in a mechanical or electrical discipline? Do you enjoy leading a team? Can you plan, prioritise and delegate maintenance task? Are you a solution orientated person who takes pride in delivering safe maintenance outcomes?

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead and support the in-house maintenance team. The RSC estate is vast and comprises theatres, offices, residential properties and gardens, your role is to ensure that the estate operates efficiently and to the highest standard, creating a safe and well-maintained environment for visitors and colleagues.

This is a full-time, permanent position based on site and across our estate in Stratford-upon-Avon.

You will be working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday, although occasional weekend and evening work will be required to cover shifts.

Job Requirements

To be suitable for this role, it is essential that you have the following knowledge and experience:

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical/electrical discipline.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to build positive working relationships across departments and with contractors.

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Estates Services Manager key areas of responsibility include (please see the full role profile for the comprehensive list):

  • Supervising and allocating tasks to maintenance and grounds teams.
  • Line managing and developing members of the maintenance team.
  • Identifying and scheduling short term and longer-term maintenance needs.
  • Overseeing maintenance of all aspects of buildings, including heating, ventilation, kitchen, building fabric, mechanical, electrical and drainage.
  • Organising and managing external contractors.
  • Ensuring buildings and plant comply with legislation and safety regulations.

How to Apply

All applications should be made online using the RSC website. If you need any assistance when applying, please email [email protected]

Applications will close at midnight on 1 February 2026.

The interviews will be in-person on Tuesday 10 February.

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