Assistant Maintenance Manager

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Greater London is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee daily operations of the maintenance department, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant diploma/degree alongside previous management experience. This role involves managing a team, budget accountability, and collaboration with various stakeholders. The company offers benefits such as a performance bonus and ongoing training opportunities, highlighting a commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

25 days of annual leave

Company car allowance or van

Company pension scheme

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree qualification in a related field with relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a similar role is required.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive, plan, and manage daily operations of the maintenance department.
• Manage and hold accountability for the maintenance budget and costs.
• Ensure legal compliance of the site at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Relationship building

Ability to prioritize

Education

Diploma/Degree in related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.

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 are 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.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree 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

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
• 25 days of annual leave
• 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

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 Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

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