Maintenance Manager

Lorien; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Lorien is hiring a Maintenance Manager for a brand-new Avonmouth site. You will lead the maintenance function as the site comes online, directing a team of engineers and tradespeople to ensure reliability, safety and compliance.

The role is permanent and located at a key logistics hub. You will work with senior stakeholders, drive best practices in maintenance governance, and contribute to a sustainable operation with strong safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in distribution/logistics maintenance environment.
• Proven experience leading multi-skilled maintenance teams.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation incl. Legionella, LOLER, PUWER, Fire Safety.
• Experience managing audits, compliance programmes, and maintenance governance.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the maintenance business plan across the site
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders, contractors, and service providers
• Drive a culture of high performance, accountability, customer service, and safety
• Ensure compliance, safety and assurance requirements are met to minimise risk
• Conduct compliance audits across maintenance activities and contractor works
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineering technicians and tradespeople
• Support budget management, revenue expenditure control, and capital planning
• Oversee delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and remedial works

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance mgmt

H&S knowledge

Stakeholder mgmt

Compliance

Budgeting

Asset management

Education

Electrical qualification

HVAC qualification

NEBOSH certificate

Tools

CAFM platforms

Building Management Systems

Job description

Maintenance Manager - New Site, AvonmouthLocation: AvonmouthJob Type: PermanentSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceHours: Rotating 2-week shift pattern - 6:00am to 2:00pm/2:00pm to 10:00pm

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the maintenance team at a brand-new site in Avonmouth, operated by a major global logistics provider on behalf of a leading UK retail brand. This state-of-the-art distribution facility is a critical part of the wider supply chain, and we're looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the function as the site comes online, taking ownership of a team of engineering technicians and tradespeople.

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the maintenance business plan across the site
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders, specialist contractors, and third-party service providers
• Drive a culture of high performance, accountability, customer service, and safety
• Ensure all compliance, safety, and assurance requirements are met to minimise risk
• Conduct compliance audits across maintenance activities and contractor works
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineering technicians and tradespeople
• Support budget management, revenue expenditure control, and capital planning
• Oversee delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), statutory maintenance, and remedial works
• Contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives across the site

About You

• Significant experience within a distribution, logistics, industrial, or retail maintenance environment
• Proven experience leading and developing multi-skilled maintenance teams
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including Legionella, LOLER, PUWER, and Fire Safety
• Experience managing audits, compliance programmes, and maintenance governance
• Knowledge of CDM regulations, Building Management Systems (BMS), and CAFM platforms
• A recognised electrical qualification (time-served Electrician) or equivalent HVAC qualification
• NEBOSH qualification or equivalent site safety certification
• Strong analytical, reporting, procurement, and supplier management skills

Recruitment Process

1. Stage 1: Video call
2. Stage 2: Onsite interview + site walk-around

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with long-term career development opportunities
• Opportunity to lead a maintenance function from launch at a brand-new site
• Collaborative and supportive working culture
• Pension scheme and employee benefits package
• Free on-site parking

Client details are withheld at this stage in line with our confidentiality policy - full information will be shared with shortlisted candidates.