Deputy Maintenance Manager

Deputy Facilities Manager Hours : 37 hours per week over 52 weeks per year

Shift hours : Flexiable working typically between the hours of 7:30am-6pm Monday to Friday with occassion weekend and evening work

Full Address : Conway Centre (Fixed Location)

Who We Are Edsential has over 45 years' experience delivering outdoor education to more than 300,000 children and young people. Through outdoor activities, environmental learning and cultural experiences, we help young people build confidence, develop new skills and create lasting memories.

About The Role To support the Facilities Manager in the day-to-day delivery of facilities management, compliance, maintenance and estate improvement activities across the Conway Centre.

The Deputy Facilities Manager will take operational responsibility for planned and reactive maintenance activities, directly line managing the site's technical maintenance team, including the Electrician and Plumber. The postholder will lead maintenance planning, contractor coordination and statutory compliance activities, ensuring the estate remains safe, compliant, operational and welcoming for guests, staff and visitors.

The role will deputise for the Facilities Manager as required and contribute to strategic planning, capital projects and continual improvement of the Centre's facilities and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Facilities Manager in delivering an effective facilities management service across all buildings, accommodation, activity areas and infrastructure.
• Provide direct line management, supervision, support and performance management to the Electrician, Plumber and maintenance team.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor planned preventative maintenance (PPM) programmes to ensure statutory compliance and minimise operational disruption.
• Allocate and prioritise maintenance resources to ensure reactive and planned works are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Undertake routine inspections of buildings, services and infrastructure, identifying maintenance requirements and ensuring remedial actions are completed.
• Lead day-to-day management of maintenance contractors and specialist service providers, ensuring safe systems of work, quality standards and value for money.
• Support delivery of statutory compliance programmes including fire safety, water hygiene, electrical safety, asbestos management and other relevant compliance areas.
• Maintain electronic maintenance records, compliance documentation, servicing schedules and certification records.
• Assist with procurement activities including obtaining quotations, preparing specifications and monitoring contractor performance.
• Support project delivery including refurbishments, asset replacement programmes and estate improvement initiatives.
• Monitor maintenance expenditure and provide information to support budget planning and financial control.
• Investigate faults, identify root causes and develop practical solutions to maintenance and facilities-related issues.
• Promote and maintain high standards of health and safety, environmental performance and customer service across the estate.
• Deputise for the Facilities Manager during periods of absence, taking responsibility for facilities operations and maintenance services.
• Support emergency planning arrangements and participate in the site's emergency response and key holder arrangements.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, Cheshire West and Chester Council and the National Trust.
• Ensure a safe, compliant and welcoming environment for all staff, customers and visitors at all times.
• Flexible working is a requirement of the role, including occasional evening and weekend working

Essential What We're Looking For

• Experience leading, coordinating or supporting the work of others.
• Relevant trade qualification or equivalent practical experience in facilities, building or site maintenance.
• Good practical maintenance skills across a range of disciplines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with colleagues, contractors and site users.
• Ability to prioritise work and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable working at height.

Desirable

• Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH Working Safely.
• Experience of maintaining inspection records and compliance documentation.
• Experience maintaining outdoor activity areas, equipment or structures.

We recognise that no candidate will meet every desirable requirement. If you have a strong maintenance background and feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, we would encourage you to apply.

What benefits do you get in return?

• Competitive monthly pay
• Access to benefits including retail and leisure discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Support to prioritise your health and wellbeing with dedicated 24/7 wellbeing programmes and a wellbeing team
• Secure Future retirement income through the local government pension scheme
• A friendly and supportive team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunities for promotion

We take pride in training and inducting our employees, so everyone has the skills they require to successfully carry out their role. In return, we want your commitment to work hard and to make a big difference!

For further information about this role please email [email protected].

Edsential regard safeguarding with the highest priority, therefore successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks and enhanced DBS.