Maintenance Manager - City of London

Maintenance Manager

Location: Southwark, London

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

• Eligible for an annual performance bonus
• 25 days of annual leave
• Private medical cover
• Choice of company car/car cash allowance or van
• Access to our company pension scheme
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

• Drive, plan and manage daily operations of the maintenance department, servicing both the MRF and the MBT as well as to a lesser extent the Transfer Station, the Weighbridge and the HWRC. This includes driving the timely completion of PPM tasks, the delivery of appropriate corrective maintenance works and the optimised management of breakdowns (reactive maintenance).
• Manage and hold accountability for the maintenance budget and costs.
• Ensure the sound management of the CMMS
• Ensure the sound management of the stock of spare parts.
• Fully responsible for H&S of the maintenance team and activities. Strongly contribute to H&S of all operations across the IWMF.
• Ensure legal compliance of the site at all times in the area/for the activities under their responsibility.
• Fully accountable for all maintenance department staff, circa 10 employees (technicians, fitters mates, graduates and apprentices).
• Maintain a high standard of staff performance, quality of work and accountability through coaching, training and development.
• Work in harmony with other departments of the plant to ensure robust communication and enhanced operational efficiency, as well as innovative problem solving.
• Maintain and develop a portfolio of reliable engineering contractors that bring value for money, covering all the equipment and asset maintenance needs across the plant.
• Lead on most of the significant asset improvement projects, improving operations and safety across the plant.
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders including: contractors, central Technical Direction, equipment and parts manufacturers, industry specialists, and many others.

• Degree/Masters qualification in related field with relevant experience
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ability to prioritise in a fast paced environment
• A good knowledge of Health and Safety
• Have great relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to take constructive action without relying on directions from others

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.