Head of Maintenance

We are seeking a skilled Facilities Manager to oversee the maintenance and operation of our facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of our premises, managing a small team, and implementing maintenance schedules., Regularly reporting to Head Office in Colchester, you will also be on the road up to 5 days a week at any of our sites carrying out maintenance work as well as managing and liasing with other tradesmen.

• Google Docs records kept up to date and maintained.

• Manage and supervise employed maintenance team, to ensure efficient operation of all facilities

• Develop and implement maintenance procedures to meet health and safety standards

• Oversee building repairs, renovations, and refurbishments

• Coordinate with external contractors for specialised repairs or projects

• Monitor budgets and control expenses for facility maintenance

• Maintain accurate records of equipment servicing and repairs

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

You will be provided with a works Van if required, but will be expected to have use of your own tools. You will be "on the tools" as well as office based and need to have experience in maintenence/DIY or ideally be Gas safe/electrical quals., We are specifically looking for a commercial gas safe registered engineer. those not qualified in Commercial gas may still apply.

• Proven experience in facilities management or a related field

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team effectively

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

• Mechanical knowledge including understanding of logic controllers and schematics

• Proficiency in project management to oversee facility projects effectively

• Ability to supervise and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

• Company car

• Company events

• Company pension

• Discounted or free food

• Employee discount

• Free or subsidised travel

• Free parking, Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus

Benefits:

• Company car

• Company events

• Company pension

• Discounted or free food

• Employee discount

• Free or subsidised travel

• Free parking

• On-site parking

• UK visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• Overtime

• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Although we are seeking a candidate based in Colchester, this job requires extensive travel (expenses paid). Please confirm you understand this job will be based England wide with little time in Head Office (Colchester).