An exciting opportunity to lead and develop a maintenance function within a prestigious property estate. I’m currently working with a well-established organisation seeking an experienced Interim Head of Maintenance to take responsibility for its diverse property portfolio on an initial six-month contract, with the potential for an extension or permanent appointment. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader to make a real impact, improve maintenance operations and lead a team responsible for maintaining a varied estate of grade listed historic buildings, residential properties and modern accommodation. Key Responsibilities: * Lead, motivate and develop the maintenance team, establishing clear standards and priorities. * Oversee planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and refurbishment projects. * Manage contractors, procurement, budgets and project expenditure. * Review existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery. * Ensure buildings and facilities meet the highest standards of safety, compliance and presentation. * Work closely with senior management, consultants and contractors on maintenance planning and major refurbishment works. What We’re Looking For: * Proven experience leading a maintenance, estates or facilities management function. * Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams. * A background in building maintenance, refurbishment or capital projects. * Good knowledge of health and safety, statutory compliance and contractor management. * Experience managing budgets, procurement and external contractors. * A relevant qualification in construction, building services, engineering or facilities management. The Opportunity: * Salary: £60,000–£65,000 * Contract: Initial six months, with potential to extend or become permanent. * Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. * Location: Oxford. This role would suit an experienced maintenance or estates professional who enjoys leading teams, improving operational standards and managing a varied property portfolio. Interested? Get in touch for a confidential discussion or send over your CV to find out more about this