John Winterbottom
Account Manager (Property Maintenance)

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After many years working for Oldham Council, John joined Unity in 2007. "The differences that working within a private organisation create, I found compelling. It has provided the stimulus needed to really make a difference to my job. Initially I was apprehensive about the move into Unity as I have always enjoyed working in the public sector."

"As a local resident, it is great to be a part of an organisation that is bringing positive change throughout the borough."
"However, Unity has provided me with further opportunity and great job satisfaction as I continue to work in improving Oldham's physical environment." "As a team we needed to improve and move forward. With the backing from within Unity, the support from our private partners, along with the reassurance from the council, I have seen significant changes take shape for the service we provide across Oldham."

"The future offers greater challenges, but with help and drive to develop, I can see better services to schools, leisure facilities and public buildings. We’re now very well placed to make a real difference across Oldham Borough."

John manages the property maintenance team. He has a building surveying background and has previously spent 20 years working for Oldham Council in various building related capacities ranging from joiner to principal building surveyor.