Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Carteret (NJ); On-site; USD 107,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in New Jersey, Carteret, seeks a Maintenance Manager to lead a day-to-day facility maintenance program, drive safety, and deliver reliable services aligned with client goals. You will oversee operations, mentor technicians, and ensure compliance across the site.

In this role you will manage work orders, analyze performance data, and report to stakeholders, building a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment at Cushman & Wakefield.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience overseeing technicians and KPIs
• Strong commitment to safety with knowledge of regulations and procedures
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners
• Ability to recruit, train and develop a high-performing maintenance team

Responsibilities

• Morning Briefing: lead daily team meeting to discuss priorities, safety, and issues
• Work Orders Management: prioritize preventive and corrective maintenance
• Facility Walkthrough: conduct inspections and develop action plans
• Safety Compliance: enforce policies, conduct safety trainings and audits
• Data Analysis and Reporting: analyze performance metrics to drive improvements
• Team Supervision and Development: coach and evaluate maintenance staff
• Communication and Collaboration: coordinate with facility managers, operations, and partners
• Emergency Response: lead response to outages, minimizing downtime

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Our Maintenance Managers strive to make the lives of our employees better daily, by constantly looking for ways to improve our processes. The Maintenance Manager role plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of the facility’s maintenance program, driving continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality maintenance services that support our client's operational goals.

And this, is just the beginning! Our successful Maintenance Managers can move into Senior Maintenance Manager, Regional Maintenance Manager, Reliability Program Manager, Building Wellness Manager, and other Operational roles. Come and join us as a Maintenance Manager where you are the bridge between upper and lower managers and our client; the sky is the limit!

Responsibilities

• Morning Briefing: The day often begins with a team meeting or briefing to discuss priorities, safety updates, and any ongoing maintenance issues from the previous shift. The Maintenance Manager leads this meeting, setting the tone for the day and addressing any immediate concerns.
• Work Orders Management: The Maintenance Manager reviews and prioritizes work orders for preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repairs. They assign tasks to maintenance technicians based on skill level and availability, ensuring that critical issues are addressed promptly.
• Facility Walkthrough: Regular inspections of the facility are conducted to identify maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and cleanliness standards. The Maintenance Manager leads these walkthroughs, addressing any immediate concerns and developing action plans for resolution.
• Safety Compliance: Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, procedures, and regulations is a top priority. The Maintenance Manager oversees safety training, audits, and inspections, reinforcing a culture of safety among maintenance personnel.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Maintenance data, performance metrics, and equipment reliability trends are analyzed to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. The Maintenance Manager generates reports and communicates findings to management and stakeholders, driving continuous improvement efforts.
• Team Supervision and Development: Providing leadership, guidance, and support to maintenance technicians is essential for maintaining a high-performing team. The Maintenance Manager conducts performance evaluations, training sessions, and coaching sessions to develop the skills and capabilities of the maintenance team.
• Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders is critical for coordinating maintenance activities and resolving issues. The Maintenance Manager collaborates with facility managers, operations leaders, and corporate partners to ensure alignment and support operational objectives.
• Emergency Response: In the event of equipment failures, emergencies, or unforeseen incidents, the Maintenance Manager leads the response efforts, mobilizing resources, coordinating repairs, and minimizing downtime to mitigate impact on operations.

To be successful

• Candidates MUST HAVE 5 years or more of leadership experience. Leadership is defined as having managed KPIs for technicians as well as experience holding others accountable for achieve set goals and KPIs. Previous experience in maintenance management or a similar leadership role is essential. Strong leadership skills are paramount for effectively managing maintenance teams and driving performance. The Maintenance Manager should be able to inspire, motivate, and guide team members to achieve their goals while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• You must possess a strong commitment to safety. A commitment to safety is paramount, and the Maintenance Manager should have a thorough understanding of safety regulations, protocols, and procedures. They should be able to develop and enforce safety policies, conduct regular safety inspections, and promote a culture of safety awareness among maintenance staff.
• Candidates MUST have a 4-year degree. A degree or certification in a relevant field such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, facilities management, or a related discipline is typically required. Additional certifications in maintenance management, safety management, or related areas may be beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills are essential for effectively liaising with internal teams, external vendors, and facility stakeholders. The Maintenance Manager should be able to communicate maintenance strategies, provide clear instructions, and address concerns or issues in a timely manner.
• The ability to build and develop a high-performing maintenance team is essential for success. The Maintenance Manager should be skilled in recruiting top talent, providing training and development opportunities, and fostering a positive work environment that promotes employee engagement and retention.

Why Cushman and Wakefield Services?

We are so proud of our global Cushman & Wakefield family, working hard to make our firm as inclusive as possible. It is why the Human Rights Foundation named us as a Best Place To Work for LGBTQI+, and people of many different backgrounds and geographies all feel that we belong at Cushman & Wakefield.

https://careers.cushmanwakefield.com/global/en/why-cushman-wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including

• health
• vision
• dental insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life
• disability insurance programs
• paid and unpaid time away from work

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 107,100.00 - $126,000.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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