On-Site Service Manager: Defence Facilities & Maintenance

VIVO Defence; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Service Manager to oversee planned and reactive maintenance services. The role requires a strong communicator with a management-level Health & Safety qualification and practical experience in maintenance environments. Responsibilities include coordinating service delivery, managing relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers a salary between £38,000 and £43,000 and attractive benefits including a pension contribution and annual leave.

Benefits

6% employee matched pension contribution

25 days annual leave

Single private medical cover

Life assurance 2x annual salary

Qualifications

• Practical experience in planned and reactive maintenance environments.
• Experience with small project delivery is ideal.
• Ability to assume additional responsibilities in safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of maintenance services across the contract.
• Coordinate service delivery with supply chain partners.
• Build relationships with Defence Infrastructure Organisation representatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship management

IT skills

Education

HNC in building, civil, electrical or mechanical discipline

Management-level Health & Safety qualification (e.g., SMSTS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

Job description

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Service Manager to oversee planned and reactive maintenance services. The role requires a strong communicator with a management-level Health & Safety qualification and practical experience in maintenance environments. Responsibilities include coordinating service delivery, managing relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers a salary between £38,000 and £43,000 and attractive benefits including a pension contribution and annual leave.