Service Manager – Maintenance & Safety Leader

Vivo Defence; Gatenby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management provider in Gatenby seeks an experienced Service Manager to oversee the effective delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services. The role involves ensuring compliance with statutory legislation and quality standards, managing relationships with stakeholders, and supervising teams for service excellence. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in maintenance environments, demonstrating strong communication and IT skills. This is a crucial position aimed at supporting operational efficiency and safety in military contexts.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in planned and reactive maintenance environments.
• Experience with small project delivery.
• Comfortable with safety-critical roles like Legionella or Asbestos.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the service delivery of maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with supply chain partners and teams.
• Oversee safe systems of work and risk assessments.
• Manage small billable works and produce cost estimates.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship management

IT skills

Leadership

Education

HNC in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

Job description

A facilities management provider in Gatenby seeks an experienced Service Manager to oversee the effective delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services. The role involves ensuring compliance with statutory legislation and quality standards, managing relationships with stakeholders, and supervising teams for service excellence. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in maintenance environments, demonstrating strong communication and IT skills. This is a crucial position aimed at supporting operational efficiency and safety in military contexts.