Maintenance Manager in London

We are seeking a detail-oriented Maintenance Manager to join our team. In this role, you will oversee and manage the daily operations of our maintenance department. Your responsibilities will include planning maintenance operations, managing staff, and ensuring that all maintenance activities are completed safely and efficiently. Our ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of all technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems with good communication skills, and significant experience in the maintenance field. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Glyn Hopkin Group with the potential for a long term career and future promotion opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage maintenance operations, including planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Manage the maintenance and inventory of materials and supplies.
• Conduct inspections and repairs of equipment and facilities.
• Develop and implement maintenance policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to support maintenance needs and coordinate facility improvements.
• Site maintenance oversight: Manage the upkeep of dealership showrooms, service areas, public spaces, and external grounds across multiple locations, ensuring all sites are well-maintained and presentable.
• Maintenance Scheduling & Planning: Develop and implement maintenance schedules, including routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance, ensuring all tasks are completed with minimal disruption to the business.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities adhere to health and safety regulations. Carry out risk assessments and ensure that safe working practices are followed at all times.
• Customer Service: Ensure maintenance work in customer facing areas is completed to the highest standards, delivering an excellent experience for both internal and external customers.

Experience Needed:

• General plumbing, painting, electrical and carpentry skills.
• Ability to work without close supervision and within established timeframes.
• Proven experience in maintenance management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience in implementing preventative maintenance strategies.
• Hold a current clean UK driving license.

Work Environment:

This position requires working in a variety of environments including office settings, outdoor locations, and on-site at various facilities. Some travel may be required for meetings or site visits. Vehicle, tools and fuel card supplied.

Additional Information:

Reporting Structure: Reporting to the Property Director.

About Glyn Hopkin: Glyn Hopkin Group has grown to become one of the UK’s largest and most successful automotive dealership networks. Today we operate over 35 sites across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire where we work on behalf of the industry’s biggest manufacturers. They include BYD, Chery, Geely MG, Nissan, Suzuki and Kia which are present through the highest standards of customer service.