We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Head of Maintenance Delivery to come and join our Scotland and Northern Ireland Schools account.
As Principal Maintenance Manager, you will lead the end-to-end maintenance delivery and statutory compliance for all Hard FM services across our Scotland region within a PFI delivery model, covering accounts across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dumfries & Galloway, Renfrewshire, Clackmannanshire and the Borders, plus our school’s accounts in Northern Ireland.
The successful candidate will be Scotland-based and the position is hybrid (with Head Office in Paisley), the role involves regular travel across Scotland, You will be accountable for safe systems of work, contractual performance (KPIs/SLAs), asset integrity, cost control and client satisfaction, while leading the maintenance function for the wider estate and supporting exciting lifecycle and improvement projects.
Working closely with Operational Account Leads, Asset Managers and our Projects Division, you’ll ensure assets are accurately captured, maintained and replaced at the right time—enabling informed decisions on spend, risk, availability and long-term investment.
You will manage up to 5 direct reports and provide leadership oversight to 50–60 indirect colleagues.
Health, Safety & Compliance
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Ensure full compliance with statutory legislation (e.g. RIDDOR, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, Electricity at Work and F‑Gas)
Service Delivery & Contract Performance
Leadership & Resource Management
Performance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Financial Management & Governance
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will be required to undergo our enhanced PVG check before commencing employment – please let us know upfront on any queries should you have any.
At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
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We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.
Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.
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Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***
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