Maintenance Manager

Branta Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to manage mechanical and electrical operations at a large site in central London. The ideal candidate will have a facilities management qualification, NEBOSH certification, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day maintenance operations, overseeing planned maintenance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. A flexible approach and excellent communication skills are required. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in M&E and hard services management on large sites.
• Experience managing teams and contractors.
• Knowledge of building services including HVAC, electrical systems, boilers, chillers, and plant rooms.
• Strong understanding of H&S legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day M&E maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Schedule and oversee planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Supervise and coordinate internal staff and external contractors.
• Maintain asset registers and manage budgets for delegated areas.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Flexible approach to work

Education

Facilities management qualification or equivalent experience

NEBOSH certified

Degree or diploma in Building Services or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Branta are seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical operations across a large, busy central London site. You will be responsible for ensuring all systems are maintained to a high standard, including planned preventive maintenance, statutory compliance, remedial repairs, and minor capital works. The role involves both hands-on work and management of a team of engineers and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day M&E maintenance operations, ensuring all plant, equipment, and systems remain compliant and operational.
• Schedule, oversee, and deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPMs).
• Supervise and coordinate internal staff and external contractors, issuing inductions, permits to work.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and statutory regulations, including water hygiene management, electrical testing, and plant compliance.
• Assist with minor capital projects, including planning, monitoring, and coordinating project design and execution.
• Maintain asset registers, manage budgets for delegated areas, and prepare reports for senior management.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Facilities management qualification or equivalent experience.
• NEBOSH certified.
• Proven experience in M&E and hard services management on large sites.
• Experience managing teams and contractors.
• Knowledge of building services including HVAC, electrical systems, boilers, chillers, and plant rooms.
• Strong understanding of H&S legislation and compliance.
• Ability to manage budgets, produce reports, and prioritize competing tasks.

Desirable:

• Degree or diploma in Building Services or Engineering.
• Experience managing minor capital projects.
• Familiarity with ACOPs, regulatory standards, and best practice guidance.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Flexible approach to work, able to adapt to changing priorities.

Apply online now or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for more information and an informal chat