Preservation and Maintenance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nuclear sector seeks a Preservation and Maintenance Manager for a complex nuclear infrastructure project in Reading. This role involves ensuring the integrity of essential systems and compliance with high standards. Join us to apply your expertise in a pivotal construction initiative with potential for future remote work.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in preservation and maintenance.
• Strong background in developing maintenance strategies.
• Eligible for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preservation and operational maintenance process.
• Manage contractors for compliance with preservation standards.
• Maintain records using Asset Management System (AMS).

Skills

Preservation and maintenance management

Compliance auditing

Asset Management System (AMS)

Education

Degree in engineering

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Client:

iO Associates - UK/EU

Location:

reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Preservation and Maintenance Manager - Nuclear Infrastructure Project

? Location: Reading (onsite)
? Contract Duration: 9 Months possibility of extensions
Rate: £550 per day Outside IR35
? Potential for partial remote work in future, subject to project requirements

We are currently seeking an experienced Preservation and Maintenance Manager to join a major nuclear infrastructure project in the UK. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a technically complex, high-security environment supporting national defence. You'll work on one of the most challenging construction projects in the UK, ensuring specialist equipment and systems remain in top condition throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preservation and operational maintenance process across the project lifecycle.
• Manage and audit contractors to ensure compliance with preservation standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to enforce the project's preservation process.
• Identify new assets and establish appropriate maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records using the Asset Management System (AMS).
• Ensure all activities align with OP-852 procedures and licensing conditions.
• Provide regular performance updates to Construction and Commissioning Managers.
• Act as a subject matter expert within the business.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in preservation and maintenance within large, complex facilities.
• Strong background in developing and managing maintenance strategies.
• Previous experience in defence, nuclear, or other highly regulated technical sectors (preferred).
• Degree in engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.

This role offers a unique chance to apply your technical and compliance expertise in a critical national infrastructure project. If you have a strong track record in managing preservation and maintenance in regulated environments, we'd love to hear from you.