About The Courtauld
The Courtauld is one of the world’s leading centres for the study and conservation of art history and home to an internationally renowned gallery collection. As we continue an ambitious, multi‑year transformation of our estate including the development of our new Strand Campus we are seeking an exceptional Deputy Head of Maintenance and Minor Works to help shape the future of our built environment. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining, enhancing, and future‑proofing a unique cultural heritage estate, ensuring our galleries, teaching spaces and residential facilities operate at the highest possible standard.
About the Role
As Deputy Head of Maintenance and Minor Works, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery of all maintenance services across our estate. This includes oversight of outsourced contracts, statutory compliance, environmental conditions for our gallery spaces, and the planning and delivery of minor improvement works. You will ensure our buildings, infrastructure and critical systems perform to the standards expected of a world-class institution supporting exceptional teaching, research and the care of priceless collections.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver a high‑performing reactive and proactive maintenance service
Maintain and manage environmental conditions required for gallery and collection care
Ensure full statutory compliance across the estate
Lead and develop our Computerised Assisted Facilities Management (CAFM) system
Manage specialist outsourced maintenance contracts
Oversee and optimise the annual maintenance budget
Develop maintenance strategies and ensure condition surveys are completed
Scope, specify, procure and manage minor improvement works
Champion a proactive health and safety culture, including Permits and RAMS
Support the implementation and integration of new MEP systems for the Strand Campus
Contribute to preparation of gallery spaces for exhibitions
Drive operational efficiencies and support sustainability goals, including reduced energy consumption and carbon emissions
About You
We are looking for a proactive, collaborative and technically strong leader with experience managing complex maintenance environments. You will bring:
An engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience
Professional membership (e.g., CIBSE or similar)
Proven leadership experience within an engineering or maintenance function
Demonstrable success in developing high‑performing teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to translate technical detail clearly
A comprehensive understanding of health and safety legislation and statutory compliance
Experience procuring contractors and building strong supplier relationships
The ability to design and deliver maintenance strategies
A strong track record in sustainability and energy‑reduction initiatives
Knowledge of budget management, capital planning and bid preparation
Exceptional problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
IOSH Certificate (desirable)
Experience working with high‑value collections or laboratory environments (desirable)
Why Join Us?
At the Courtauld, we offer a supportive and inspiring environment where professional growth is encouraged. Some of our benefits include:
30 days annual leave + 6 office closure days | Bicycle Loan, Season Ticket Loan | Free Gallery Access & Discounts | Staff discounts at our onsite café and coffee shop | Wellbeing Support & Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
If you’re motivated by the opportunity to help shape a world-class cultural and educational environment, we would love to hear from you. Please apply online by submitting your CV and a supporting statement (up to 1,000 words) outlining how you meet the selection criteria set out in the job description and person specification.
First Round Interview Date: w/c 18 May 2026
Second Round Interview Date: w/c 25 May 2026