The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford’s purpose is to have a global impact by fundamentally reimagining the way science and technology translate into end-to-end solutions and delivering these solutions in programmes and platforms that respond to humanity’s most challenging problems.
EIT Oxford is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Maintenance Engineer to manage and oversee the maintenance operations across multiple sites. As the Senior Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring all equipment and facilities are maintained to a very high standard, optimizing performance, and minimizing downtime. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance and ensuring effective and efficient operations. This role also includes on-call responsibilities, requiring you to respond promptly to emergency breakdowns or critical maintenance issues outside of standard working hours.
Key Responsibilities:
* Site Management: Oversee and manage maintenance activities across multiple sites, ensuring consistency, compliance with safety standards, and alignment with operational objectives.
* Preventative and Reactive Maintenance: Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules while also managing reactive maintenance requests and resolving issues in a timely manner.
* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
* Troubleshooting and Fault Resolution: Act as the point of escalation for complex technical issues, troubleshooting and resolving faults across various systems, equipment, and machinery.
* Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, company policies, Statutory regulations and industry standards. Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions as necessary.
* Continual improvements: Lead and contribute to site-based improvement projects, including upgrades, replacements, or installations of new equipment or systems.
* Cost Control: Identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or safety.
* On-Call Responsibilities: Provide on-call support outside of regular working hours on a Rota basis, responding to urgent maintenance requests and emergencies in a timely manner.
* Performance Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports to line management on maintenance activities, equipment status, and operational performance. Suggest improvements where applicable.
* Vendor and Contractor Management: Liaise with external contractors and suppliers, ensuring they meet required standards and deliver on time and within budget.
Essential & Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Facilities Engineering, or a related field.
* Relevant certifications in maintenance, health & safety (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH), and/or industry-specific qualifications are desirable.
* Experience in maintenance engineering within a supervisory or leadership role, preferably managing multiple sites.
* Experience in regulated environments.
* Proven track record in managing both preventative and reactive maintenance schedules.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and building services systems.
* Prior experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
* Familiarity with laboratory environments and specialised equipment maintenance.
* Strong team management skills.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
* Proficiency in using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) or similar maintenance software.
* Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
* Excellent knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance requirements.
* Ability to participate in on-call support and emergency response as needed. Within 1 hour of sites.
* Full driving license (for site visits across multiple locations).
Salary and Benefits:
* Salary: £50k-£65k depending on experience, + travel allowance + bonus
* Enhanced holiday pay
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Income Protection
* Private Medical Insurance
* Hospital Cash Plan
* Therapy Services
* Perk Box
* Electric Car Scheme
Why work for EIT:
At the Ellison Institute, we believe a collaborative, inclusive team is key to our success. We are building a supportive environment where creative risks are encouraged, and everyone feels heard. Valuing emotional intelligence, empathy, respect, and resilience, we encourage people to be curious and to have a shared commitment to excellence. Join us and make an impact!
Terms of Appointment:
* You must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.
* You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford.
* During peak periods, some longer hours may be required and some working across multiple time zones due to the global nature of the programme.
* This role will require travel to various sites, currently within the Oxford area.
* Flexibility with hours may be required, including the ability to respond to urgent maintenance needs outside of regular working hours (On-call allowance provided for out of hours support).
* Physical requirements include lifting, standing, bending, and other manual labour tasks.
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