Assistant Maintenance Manager

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Job Title: Assistant Maintenance Manager

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Salary: £52k

Location: Yorkshire & North West with travel to the schools

Full Time: 37.5 hours

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Support the Maintenance Manager in overseeing in-house maintenance teams and external contractors across multiple sites. This hands‑on supervisory role involves ensuring all maintenance, refurbishment, and construction works are completed to a high standard, safely, on time, and within budget. A strong multi‑trade background is essential.

• Supervise and support Premises Managers and Multi‑Trade staff.
• Assist in managing refurbishment, maintenance, and construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Work hands‑on as needed, while delegating tasks and managing priorities across sites.
• Liaise with stakeholders and contractors to coordinate maintenance and project works.
• Carry out or oversee multi‑trade works (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, decorating, etc.).
• Manage reactive and planned maintenance, ensuring timely completion and value for money.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and use of maintenance software.
• Uphold safe working practices, conduct risk assessments, and maintain equipment standards.
• Be flexible to travel and work irregular hours for urgent or high‑priority tasks.

Flexibility is essential due to the varied and evolving nature of the role. Duties may change or expand in line with organisational needs.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing