Deputy Maintenance Manager

LIDL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Greater London is seeking a Deputy Maintenance Manager to oversee and support a skilled team of engineers and operatives. Key responsibilities include managing service schedules, planning preventative maintenance, and ensuring health and safety compliance while optimizing productivity. Candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, as well as relevant mechanical equipment experience. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including substantial holiday allowance and pension contributions.

Benefits

30-35 days’ holiday

10% in-store discount

Enhanced family leave

Contributory pension scheme

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Experience handling and maintaining mechanical equipment, ideally Jungheinrich brand.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and communicate effectively.
• Understanding of Legionella Control HSG 274.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of engineers and operatives.
• Organise service schedules and reports for equipment.
• Plan preventative maintenance schedules and oversee on-site contractors.
• Monitor costs while increasing productivity.
• Assist the Maintenance Manager with tasks and record keeping.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Outstanding organisation

Multi-tasking ability

Mechanical equipment handling

Motivation and flexibility

Education

City & Guilds 1 & 2 or relevant experience

Job description

As a Deputy Maintenance Manager, you'll help lead a team of engineers and operatives by your example. Together, you'll pull out all the stops to keep our equipment, machinery, and workplaces in tip‑top condition. From planning schedules to producing reports, your meticulous approach to health & safety, efficiency, and productivity means we can keep running a business as smoothly as our machines. We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast‑growing business, so we’ll make sure you have quality training and real opportunities to build your career.

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re ambitious, hard‑working, and are proud to be part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of highly skilled operatives and engineers
• Organise service schedules and reports for equipment in the RDC and stores
• Carefully plan preventative maintenance schedules and oversee on‑site contractors
• Keep a close eye on costs whilst increasing productivity
• Support the Maintenance Manager with management tasks and record keeping
• Follow and encourage good working practices whilst being the health and safety guru

Qualifications

• Experience handling and maintaining mechanical equipment, ideally Jungheinrich brand
• City & Guilds 1 & 2 or relevant experience in a large maintenance organisation
• Strong leadership skills to make decisions, inspire and communicate at all levels
• Outstanding organisation and confident multi‑tasking to prioritise deadlines
• An understanding of Legionella Control HSG 274
• Motivation, flexibility and plenty of initiative

Compensation & Benefits

• £38,500 - £50,600 per annum
• 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in‑store discount
• Enhanced family leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Ongoing training
• Plus more of the perks you deserve
• Includes 10% non‑contractual London weighting

In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, provide you with a contributory pension scheme, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well‑being and life outside Lidl.