Maintenance Supervisor & Driver

Vivienne Westwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Health & Wellbeing support

Perkbox Discounts and Wellness Hub

Cycle to work scheme

Pension Scheme

Training and hands-on experience

Opportunities to build new skills

Job summary

Vivienne Westwood is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor & Driver to support the head office in Battersea. You will supervise maintenance across three sites, drive inter-site transport, and help shape a forward-looking maintenance strategy.

You will work closely with the Office Manager to implement CMMS and preventive maintenance workflows. The role requires at least 3 years in general maintenance, hands-on skills across plumbing, electrical and decorating, and a valid driving license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in general maintenance.
• Proactive, 'can-do' attitude.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, decorating and painting.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to plan and manage reactive and planned maintenance.
• Experience coordinating contractors and reviewing work to standards.
• Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance-tracking systems.
• Strong problem-solving, time management and organisational skills.
• Clear communicator with ability to work across multiple sites.
• Valid driver’s license (manual & automatic) and flexibility for occasional out-of-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly site inspections and coordinate remedial actions.
• Perform handyman tasks including electrical, plumbing, decorating and painting.
• Engage with external consultants to plan maintenance programmes.
• Obtain quotes and oversee cost-effective solutions.
• Schedule and supervise external contractor work.
• Ensure fixtures and infrastructure are functional and compliant with safety regulations.
• Assist with risk assessments and timely action closure.
• Test fire alarms and emergency lighting; maintain H&S compliance.
• Keep exterior areas tidy; manage loading bays and gutters.
• Respond to maintenance requests from the Office Manager as needed.
• Support day-to-day operational tasks and assist with general duties.
• Undertake driving duties for inter-site transport and ad hoc deliveries.
• Act as keyholder and maintain building security.
• Coordinate major on-site works between contractors and internal teams.
• Review completed work against standards and contracts.
• Contribute to long-term maintenance strategy and CMMS rollout.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Contractor coordination

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Driving license

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Vivienne Westwood

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values — Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage — guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

About Vivienne Westwood

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values — Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage — guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Supervisor & Driver to join the Vivienne Westwood head office in Battersea. The successful candidate will support the Office Manager in ensuring all maintenance works are carried out efficiently and safely, while also playing a key role in shaping and delivering a forward-looking maintenance strategy. This role will oversee three key locations: Elcho Street (Head Office), Merton (Warehouse), Conduit Street (Office/Boutique).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly inspection audits across sites and take or organise remedial action as needed.
• Carry out handyman duties including basic electrical, plumbing, decorating, and painting.
• Liaise with external consultants to plan and oversee maintenance and repair programmes.
• Obtain quotes and assist with selecting cost‑effective solutions.
• Schedule and supervise work carried out by external contractors.
• Ensure all fixtures, fittings, and building infrastructure are in good working order.
• Comply with all Health & Safety and statutory regulations.
• Assist with risk assessments and ensure timely completion of required actions.
• Carry out regular testing of fire alarms, emergency lighting, and other H&S requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness of exterior areas such as loading bays and gutters.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests set by the Office Manager.
• Provide general assistance on operational tasks as required.
• Undertake driving duties including inter‑site transportation and ad hoc deliveries.
• Act as a keyholder and maintain building security at all times.
• Coordinate major on‑site works, serving as the liaison between contractors and internal teams.
• Review completed work to ensure it meets agreed standards and contractual requirements.
• In addition to day‑to‑day duties, the Maintenance Supervisor will contribute to the implementation of a long‑term maintenance strategy.
• This includes:
• Assisting the Office Manager in the rollout of a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and associated preventive maintenance workflows.
• Supporting the digitisation of maintenance records to enable real‑time task tracking, data analysis, and more efficient scheduling.
• Identifying recurring maintenance tasks, analysing failure trends, and distinguishing between preventive and reactive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Planning and adjusting maintenance schedules in line with operational needs and ensuring clear communication across sites.
• Monitoring key performance indicators (e.g., Mean Time Between Failures [MTBF], Mean Time to
• Repair [MTTR]), gathering contractor and site feedback, and using insights to enhance long‑term planning and performance.

(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role)

Profile & Key Skills

• Years of Experience - 3 years +
• Proactive and "Can-do" Attitude
• Experience in general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, decorating, painting).
• Strong knowledge of building systems and Health & Safety regulations.
• Ability to plan and manage both reactive and planned maintenance.
• Skilled in coordinating contractors and reviewing work to required standards.
• Competent with basic IT and maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CMMS).
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and organisational skills.
• Clear communicator with the ability to work across multiple sites.
• Valid driver’s (manual & automatic) license and flexibility for occasional out‑of‑hours response.

Benefits

• Staff discounts
• Health & Wellbeing support (includes Private Medical Health Insurance, EAP, Gym Discounts, Access to Financial Planning Service, etc.)
• Perkbox Discounts and Wellness Hub
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Pension Scheme
• Training and hands‑on experience
• Opportunities to build new skills and gain valuable industry knowledge

Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link