Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager 47K basic +10% bonus Canary Wharf

I am recruiting for a maintenance manager in Canary Wharf to work for a market leading leisure operator who are about to open a 500 capacity premium competitive socialising venue over there floors with extensive attractions, cocktail bars and a large kitchen. As maintenance manager you will be supported by a maintenance technician and will be hands on in attending to routine maintenance issues across the venue – plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting in addition to managing the contractors on snagging issues within their warranty periods.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have at least 3 years’ experience working in comparable head of maintenance or facilities management position working in a large leisure or hospitality business, visitor attraction, theatre or entertainment venue. You must have exceptional standards in solving day to day maintenance issues and have the confidence and communication skills to liaise with both the GM and the wider senior management teams within the business. You will be guest facing and will be expected to exemplify excellent customer service and create a positive atmosphere for both guest and colleagues. Responsibilities include:

Adopt a ‘hands on’ approach, carry out first line repairs and fixes for plumbing, electrical and painting issues across the venue.
Quickly identifying technical issues, accurately reporting them via the shared online system, and pursuing their timely resolution.
Maintain and monitor the delivery of relevant Health & Safety checks in the venue.
Manage department’s controllable expenses within budget.
An IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is desirable.

You will be working a combination of shifts during the week and a minimum of 1 weekend in 2.
The basic salary is up to 47K with a KPI related bonus of 10% that is paid quarterly. Benefits include 32 days annual leave plus your birthday off with significant discounts off F and B.
Due to the anticipated high level of interest in this opportunity only those candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted.