Building Supervisor

• Community Action Suffolk 
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0HH
• Salary: £25,035 actual per annum (£31,294 pro rata)
• Hours: 30 hours per week, days to be agreed 
• Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible

• Reference: 0639

   

Location: Brightspace, Ipswich.

 

Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the county’s infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. We exist to ensure our sector, and its volunteers are supported, safe and sustainable and that our communities are active and resilient. 

Our values of collaborative, enabling, person centre, responsive and trusted are the golden thread which runs through who we are and how we operate, and we aim to make them real every day.

 

About the role 

Are you a hands-on individual with a sharp eye for detail with a knack for keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a Building Supervisor in Ipswich who are ready to roll up their sleeves and oversee our building facilities day-to-day operations.

You will have a background in building or facilities management, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will also need to be confident in managing a small team and have excellent communication skills which can be tailored to a range of audiences. Therefore, if you’re cool under pressure and solution-focused when plans change one of these roles could be the ideal role for you. 

 

Duties in this role include:

• supervise the day-to-day maintenance and operations of either The Kirkley Centre or Brightspace building

• manage building staff to ensure the building operates and meets users’ needs and coordinate contractors to carry out repairs and routine servicing

• keep our building safe, clean, and fully operational

• ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and building safety

• maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, incidents, and budget usage.

 

We will offer you:

You will work within a reputable charity which offers its employees benefits which include: 

• blended working where role allows 

• flexible working options to support work/life balance 

• 33 days increasing to a maximum 36 (FTE) annual holiday which includes an allowance for bank holidays 

• up to 4% matched pension contribution 

• 2 days pro rata volunteering days to support volunteering in Suffolk 

• a staff discounts scheme for a range of retailers including shopping, holidays, insurance, eating out and health and leisure activities 

• a company sick pay scheme 

• continued professional development for job related development 

• family friendly policies and practices 

• a tailored induction.

 To find out more

If you are interested in the role and would like to learn more, please email paul.dodson@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk, Chief Operating Officer for an informal conversation. 

For more information, please visit our website

We are a friendly organisation, committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture in all that we do, and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We aim to create a workplace which is welcoming, fair, and inclusive, where people can be themselves and contribute to our vision and values.
 

How to apply

For a copy of our application pack, please visit our website

Alternatively, please email Susan Butler on susan.butler@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk 

Completed applications should be emailed to susan.butler@communityactionsuffolk.org.uk or sent via post to Susan Butler, at Community Action Suffolk, 160 Hadleigh Road, Ipswich, IP2 0HH.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, or on commencement of post.

 Closing date: 12 pm, 15 March 2026. 

Should you not hear from us within 7 working days from receipt of your application you have not been selected for an interview.