Building Maintenance Manager

Salary & Hours

£56,761 per annum 40 hours per week worked over 5 days from 7.

Employee Benefits

Full-time employees receive 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service. Annual leave is pro-rated for part-time or alternative working arrangements. Contributable company pension scheme 10% store discount at all our retail stores Death in Service Benefit Long service recognition scheme Opportunities and support for training and development, including access to online learning portals

MyHB colleague benefits platform with access to:

Discounts UK wide on retail, leisure, hospitality venues Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line Low-cost voluntary insured health cash plans and cancer cover

Job Introduction

Due to the continued growth and success of the business, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Maintenance Manager to join our Facilities Team at our brand new state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Doncaster.

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Building Maintenance function, ensuring all building infrastructure, plant, and services are maintained safely, compliantly, and to the highest operational standards. Reporting to the Automation & Facilities Manager, you will oversee the delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance activities, contractor management, and statutory compliance across site.

You’ll take a hands-on approach to leadership, spending time on the floor coaching your team, driving performance, and maintaining high standards across all building assets. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance operational priorities, safety, cost control, and long-term asset reliability, while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Job Overview

Leadership & Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop the Building Maintenance team, managing performance, training, and engagement to deliver high standards. Maintenance Delivery & Asset Management: Oversee all planned preventative and reactive maintenance through ARMS, ensuring building infrastructure and services operate efficiently and reliably. Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities meet statutory requirements (PUWER, SSOW, COSHH), promoting a strong safety culture across the team. Contractor & Supplier Management: Manage third-party contractors, ensuring compliance with RAMS, SLAs, and safety standards while holding suppliers accountable for performance. Operational Planning & Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, prioritising maintenance tasks to minimise operational disruption and downtime. Cost & Budget Control: Manage maintenance spend, including labour, spares, and contractor costs, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets. Continuous Improvement: Identify recurring issues, implement root cause solutions, and drive improvements in asset reliability and maintenance standards. Systems & Data Management: Maintain accurate records within ARMS, ensuring maintenance history, compliance documentation, and asset data are up to date.

Minimum Criteria To Apply

Proven experience leading building maintenance or facilities teams in a complex operational environment. Strong knowledge of facilities maintenance, statutory compliance (PUWER, SSOW, COSHH), and contractor management. Experience using CMMS systems (e.g. ARMS or equivalent). Demonstrated ability to manage contractors, budgets, and maintenance performance. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to prioritise workload and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment. Relevant qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Maintenance (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent). IOSH Managing Safety (or equivalent) desirable.