Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager
Location: Barking, East London
Salary: Up to £60,000 + 12.5% performance related bonus
Industry: Waste Management / Recycling / Engineering

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Manager to join a leading organisation within the waste management and recycling sector. This role is based at a newly developed Waste Transfer Station in Barking, supporting vital operations and infrastructure within a high-performing team.

The Role

As Maintenance Manager, you'll take ownership of the site's maintenance operations, including planned preventative maintenance, breakdown response, project delivery, and contractor management. You'll play a key part in ensuring the facility runs efficiently, safely and in line with all relevant legislation.

Maintenance Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and manage the site's planned preventative maintenance programme
• Oversee site repairs, modifications, procurement, and engineering projects
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance across the site
• Manage and maintain all site plant, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure
• Lead and support the on-site maintenance team and external contractors
• Oversee contracts, service agreements, and associated budgets
• Maintain clear communication and accurate documentation for all stakeholders

Maintenance Manager Requirements:

We're looking for a hands-on and proactive Maintenance Manager with strong leadership and organisational skills. You should be confident working in a fast-paced industrial or operational environment.

• Recognised electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications
• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent)
• Experience managing maintenance teams in a similar setting
• Strong understanding of health & safety and environmental compliance
• Operational knowledge of plant, equipment, and vehicles
• Confident in project management, contract oversight, and budget control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Additional Info

This role is based full-time at the Barking Transfer Station. Flexibility to support other local sites may be required occasionally.

To be considered:
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