Maintenance Manager

Job Details

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Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum depending on skills & experience plus performance bonus, company car/car cash allowance, medical cover and pension.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Location: Southwark, London

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 

We know that everyone here at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
• 25 days of annual leave 
• Private medical cover
• Choice of company car/car cash allowance or van
• Access to our company pension scheme
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Drive, plan and manage daily operations of the maintenance department, servicing both the MRF and the MBT as well as to a lesser extent the Transfer Station, the Weighbridge and the HWRC. This includes driving the timely completion of PPM tasks, the delivery of appropriate corrective maintenance works and the optimised management of breakdowns (reactive maintenance).
• Manage and hold accountability for the maintenance budget and costs.
• Ensure the sound management of the CMMS
• Ensure the sound management of the stock of spare parts.
• Fully responsible for H&S of the maintenance team and activities. Strongly contribute to H&S of all operations across the IWMF.
• Ensure legal compliance of the site at all times in the area/for the activities under their responsibility.
• Fully accountable for all maintenance department staff, circa 10 employees (technicians, fitters mates, graduates and apprentices). 
• Maintain a high standard of staff performance, quality of work and accountability through coaching, training and development.
• Work in harmony with other departments of the plant to ensure robust communication and enhanced operational efficiency, as well as innovative problem solving.
• Maintain and develop a portfolio of reliable engineering contractors that bring value for money, covering all the equipment and asset maintenance needs across the plant.
• Lead on most of the significant asset improvement projects, improving operations and safety across the plant. 
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders including: contractors, central Technical Direction, equipment and parts manufacturers, industry specialists, and many others.

What we're looking for:

• Degree/Masters qualification in related field with relevant experience
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ability to prioritise in a fast paced environment
• A good knowledge of Health and Safety
• Have great relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to take constructive action without relying on directions from others

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that [Employer hidden] is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. 

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. 

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Rewards & Benefits

As well as great pay, being part of our team means you can look forward to lots of benefits:

Holiday

Up to 25 days of paid holiday (plus bank holidays). With the option to buy additional leave, depending on the role.

Pension

An optional pension scheme that both you and [Employer hidden] can contribute towards

Discounts

The MyChoices employee discount scheme; for savings on a range of products and services from travel and grocery, to insurance and financial products

Cycle2Work

A Cycle2Work scheme that could save you tax and National Insurance when you buy a new bike to cycle to work

Volunteer Day

One paid day a year to volunteer with a local charity or cause of your choice

Share Scheme

Invest in [Employer hidden]'s shares through our share scheme

Life Insurance

Life Insurance is provided to all [Employer hidden] staff (subject to age limitations). This benefit gives you the peace of mind that your loved ones are protected in the event of your death.

Employee Referrals

Refer friends or family to specific roles within [Employer hidden] and receive between £500 to £1,000 (terms and conditions apply)

Employee Assistance Programme

Our Employee Assistance Programme is there for 24/7 confidential support to deal with any problems, both inside and outside of work

Mental Health First Aiders

A community of over 230 mental health first aiders across the business

Virtual GP

Access to a virtual GP 24/7 for you and your immediate household

Physiotherapy

A physiotherapy service to help you when needed

Interview tips

When it comes to your interview, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

Here are a few tips to help you showcase your best self:

Do your research

It’s always good to learn a bit about [Employer hidden] before your interview to have a better understanding of what we do and who we’re looking for.

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Ask questions

Have a think about the types of questions we might ask, so you can be ready to respond with why you’d be a great fit.

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Provide examples

Bring your answers to life through real examples and experiences, so we can see how you’ll approach the role.

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Be yourself

The most important thing is that we get to know you and you get to know more about us.

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