Facilities Lead

A great opportunity awaits a hands-on, detail-driven Studio Maintenance Lead to play a pivotal role in maintaining the exceptional standard of one of London’s most respected boutique fitness environments.

This role sits at the heart of the in-studio experience. Every finish, every piece of equipment, every detail matters. The Studio Maintenance Lead is responsible for ensuring that studios operate seamlessly, safely, and beautifully, delivering a premium environment that members feel the moment they walk through the door.

This is a position for someone who combines technical skill with pride in presentation; who understands that operational excellence underpins brand excellence.

• Salary: £40,000

• Working Hours: 40 hours p/w (minimum)

• Leave: 25 Days per annum (plus bank holidays).

• All travel paid in Zones 1 + 2

• Location: Across London studio locations
  

Reporting to:

• Facilities Manager

The Role...

1. Preventative & Reactive Maintenance

• Follow structured maintenance schedules to complete preventative maintenance across all studios.

• Maintain and service specialist fitness equipment and supporting accessories.

• Respond promptly to studio emergencies, troubleshooting and resolving issues efficiently.

• Conduct routine repairs to equipment and studio fixtures, maintaining a consistently high-quality finish.

2. Studio Environment & Presentation

• Ensure daily studio cleanliness and presentation standards are upheld.

• Support monthly deep cleaning programmes across all sites.

• Carry out spot checks and ensure all environments meet premium expectations.

• Maintain decorative and cosmetic studio elements to protect the brand’s aesthetic standards.

3. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Support overarching health & safety compliance across all locations.

• Ensure studios operate within regulatory standards and internal safety procedures.

• Assist external contractors during larger maintenance works or upgrades.

• Monitor and maintain studio inventory related to maintenance and upkeep.

4. Operational Support

• Work closely with studio and operations teams to prioritise urgent issues.

• Adapt schedules in response to business needs and operational demands.

• Maintain tidy, organised working practices, recognising studios remain active environments throughout the day.

The Person...

You Are:

• Skilled across preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and cosmetic upkeep.

• Confident using power tools and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.

• Highly detail-oriented with a strong eye for quality finishes.

• Organised and methodical, yet flexible enough to reprioritise when needed.

• Physically capable of lifting, moving, and adjusting equipment safely.

• Solutions-focused, practical, and calm under pressure.

• A clear communicator who works well alongside studio teams and contractors.

• Self-motivated, hardworking, and proud of delivering work to a premium standard.

Must-Have Experience:

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities, or studio/gym upkeep environments.

• Demonstrated ability to handle preventative maintenance schedules independently.

• Experience performing small repairs, cosmetic improvements, and basic installations.

• Familiarity with health & safety standards in customer-facing environments.

Success Measures

• Studios consistently maintained to premium visual and operational standards

• Preventative maintenance schedules completed on time

• Fast, effective resolution of reactive issues

• Positive feedback from studio teams regarding environment quality

• Safe, compliant, and well-maintained facilities across all sites

This is an opportunity for someone who takes pride in the unseen details — the individual who ensures every member experience begins in a space that feels cared for, elevated, and seamless.

Your recruiter for this role is Heloise Nangle, Co-Founder at Jobs In. Fitness, and can be contacted simply by applying for this role below. Jobs In. Fitness are a fitness recruitment agency, specialising in hundreds of fitness jobs in the UK like these. If you are keen to be considered please ‘apply now’. Please note that only applicants matching the strict criteria above will be contacted as part of the recruitment process.