Team Leader (Services)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Edinburgh
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£38,483 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

Building Maintenance Health & Safety Legislation Risk Assessment Supervisory Skills CDM Regulations Plumbing Electrical Maintenance Project Coordination

FULL DESCRIPTION

Team Leader (Services)

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued and loved. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are our gateways to the natural world. This role supervises day-to-day works operations at one of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] locations.

How you’ll contribute to our mission

Supervise the day to day works operations including maintenance and refurbishment of all buildings, enclosures, facilities and infrastructure owned by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

  • Take the day-to-day lead to ensure all assigned works repairs and projects are delivered effectively, safely, on time and to budget.
  • Supervise electrical, plumbing, gas servicing/heating, roofing, fire/intruder alarms, automatic doors, drainage, lift maintenance, aircon/refrigeration maintenance, PPM/compliance works.
  • Highlight issues requiring maintenance and documentation, meeting legislation and best practice.
  • Ensure all sub-contractors work to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] guidelines.
  • Maintain consolidated stock list and order supplies per formal procedures.
  • Ensure record systems, inspections and testing are maintained.
  • Work collaboratively and provide guidance to other sections.
  • Keep customers updated on progress and provide technical support.
  • Input into project designs and budgets, ensure legislation met.
  • Highlight and assist with site risks.
  • Ensure all areas safe and well presented for visitors.

What we’re looking for

  • Relevant City and Guilds certification or S/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
  • Up-to-date knowledge of building related health and safety legislation
  • Working knowledge of risk assessment processes
  • Understanding of structural design principles and ability to work to design drawings
  • Experience of maintenance and construction of buildings
  • Working to parameters of CDM, building and health and safety regulations

What you'll get in return

  • Starting salary of £34,526 - £35,389 (offer based on experience) with future progression up to £38,483
  • 37.5hr working week (may require some weekend working)
  • 34 days annual leave (pro rata)
  • Discount in retail/catering
  • Access to a healthcare plan
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Employer contributory pension scheme
  • Staff membership giving free/discounted entry to both parks and other UK zoos

Please see the role profile for further information. This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including right to work in the UK and Basic Disclosure check. Shortlisting and interviews will take place while the advert is live. The advert will close once a successful candidate is found. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer.

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