Description
Job Overview
Join the John Lewis Partnership as a Maintenance Leader at their new Regional Distribution Centre in Avonmouth. As an employee-owned business, the Partnership's success is built on the belief that when their people thrive, the business thrives. You will play a pivotal role in transitioning the site to full operational readiness by Q4 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Facilities Manager in delivering the Maintenance business plan for your area of responsibility.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, Specialist Contractors, and third-party service providers.
- Create and maintain a culture of high performance across all areas of responsibility, focusing on ownership, engagement, Health & Safety, and customer service.
- Ensure compliance with safety and assurance requirements, conducting audits on the internal Maintenance team and contractor works.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineering technicians and tradesmen to maintain buildings to a high standard.
- Support budgetary control for revenue and capital spend across areas of responsibility.
- Oversee the timely delivery of compliance, safety, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities.
- Actively involve yourself in ensuring all maintenance projects are delivered safely and support the Partnership's carbon reduction programme.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in retail or distribution maintenance, with proven success leading multi-skilled teams.
- Strong leadership skills, with a focus on process development, team motivation, and building effective relationships.
- Comprehensive knowledge of site safety, including H&S legislation, Legionella, LOLER, PUWER, and Fire Safety.
- Technical expertise in CDM application, Building Management Systems, and CAFM platforms.
- Time-served Electrician (or equivalent HVAC qualification) with a NEBOSH certification or equivalent.
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong reporting skills and experience in procurement and supplier management.
Benefits
- Competitive salary: £39,200 - £60,000 per annum
- Evening Premium: £3.75 per hour for work between 18:00 - 22:00
- Night Premium: £4.75 per hour for work between 22:00 - 06:00
Additional Information
- Contract type: Permanent
- Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm two-week rota Monday to Friday
- Regular call-out rota required due to 24/7 operational site