At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate maintenance activities and ensure equipment runs smoothly at our state-of-the-art facility.
- Company: Join James Hall & Co., a leading supplier for over 600 SPAR stores in the north of England.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, enhanced holidays, staff discounts, and access to health and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a supportive workplace culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and IT proficiency; experience in FMCG/building services is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Based at our state‑of‑the‑art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. has been established for over 150 years, proudly serving communities across the north of England as a supplier and distributor to over 600 SPAR stores. We are one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4,000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise, and family every single day.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of work: 38 hours per week Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm / Friday 8:00am - 3:45pm
Location: James Hall & Co. Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Coordinator to join our Maintenance Department at our depot in Preston.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
- Schedule maintenance work orders and track completion.
- Monitor maintenance performance, equipment downtime, and maintenance costs.
- Coordinate external contractors and service providers, ensuring work is completed safely and according to company standards.
- Maintain records of inspections, maintenance activities, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Support inventory management of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and consumables.
- Collaborate with departmental management, production, engineering, and quality teams to prioritise maintenance activities.
- Assist in developing and updating maintenance procedures, schedules, and documentation.
- Prepare maintenance reports, KPIs, and budget tracking information for management review.
Qualifications & Skills
- Conversant with FMCG/Building Services Sector.
- Strong organisational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Flexible and open minded, able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Honesty, punctuality and commitment.
- Excellent IT skills, using Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Understanding of GDPR requirements.
- Conversant with technical requirements demanded by the role.
- CMMS experience advantageous.
Benefits
- Loyalty award – £0.25p per hour for every hour worked, received as a lump sum on the pay period after the 12‑month anniversary.
- Company doctor access, ability to book appointments directly.
- Free onsite parking with over 1000 spaces.
- Enhanced holiday package: 22 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays (entitlement increases every two years).
- Learning & Development: fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.
- Grocery Aid support – 24/7 helpline, free, independent, confidential.
- Staff discount – 20% off in company‑owned SPAR stores.
- Annual leave – 30 days inclusive of bank holidays, increases with length of service.
- Health & wellbeing – on‑site registered nurses and physiotherapist, year‑round programme.
- Company sick pay scheme.
- Pension & life insurance – Nest pension scheme, life insurance after two years of service.
Equal Opportunities
James Hall & Co. Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer. All applications are treated in a confidential and discreet manner. For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
James Hall & Co - Maintenance Coordinator employer: James Hall
James Hall & Co. Ltd. is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre in Preston. With over 4,000 dedicated colleagues, we prioritise employee growth through fully funded training and development opportunities, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes enhanced holiday entitlement, health and wellbeing support, and a loyalty award. Join us to be part of a passionate team that values family and enterprise, while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
