Maintenance Manager

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Job description

Maintenance ManagerDo you want to be part of building the future at Kew and Wakehurst, work with a diverse team of experts in one of the world's leading Botanic Gardens? Do you have a background in Engineering and managing technical staff in a large complex multi-site environment? If so, this role could be for you.Hours of workFull timeContract TypePermanentSalary£38,200 - £43,000 per annum, depending on skills and experienceDirectorateResourcesLocationKew Gardens, RichmondClosing Date05/12/2021DocumentsEmployee Benefits - RBG Kew.pdf(PDF, 1924.01kb)Maintenance Manager .pdf(PDF, 180.07kb)print this jobApply for this jobSend to a FriendMore detailsThe Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi.We are looking for an enthusiastic Maintenance Manager who is experienced in leading a large team of various trade staff and maintenance assistants within a commercial setting. The successful candidate will use their own initiative to prioritise the day-to-day reactive operational workload and the pre-planned maintenance tasks for the team.You must have the ability to work in a fast-paced complex environment, substantial experience of delivering excellent customer service and can work well under pressure.You will be required to:Develop and maintain a positive team working cultureManage and optimise out of hours maintenance cover arrangementsDeputise for the head of Estates Operational Services as requiredDemonstrate senior leadership and supervisory experience in an engineering and maintenance functionProvide good working knowledge and understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislationAbility to interrogate computer-based maintenance management systems and digital control systems and use the data to positively influence outcomesThis role also requires the candidate to have at least one technical qualification, plus IOSH or NEBOSH or significant H&S experience.The post holder will be expected to work at Kew and be available to be part of the on-call management team on rotation of 1 week in every 2 months as an average.The salary will be £38,200 - £43,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking "Apply for this job".We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.No agencies please.