Title:  Principal Maintenance Manager

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Principal Maintenance Manager to come and join our Scotland and Northern Ireland Schools account. 

37.5 hours Monday-Friday 

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. 

What you will do: 

Health, Safety & Compliance 

• Lead and embed a strong health and safety culture across all sites 

• Implement and monitor safe systems of work, including PTW and RAMS 

• Ensure full compliance with statutory legislation (e.g. RIDDOR, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, Electricity at Work and F‑Gas) 

• Lead technical risk assessments, investigations and incident response 

• Maintain audit readiness and compliance with ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001) 

Service Delivery & Contract Performance 

• Deliver Hard FM services in line with PFI contractual requirements 

• Monitor and manage SLAs and KPIs, minimising deductions and protecting availability 

• Ensure statutory maintenance, defect resolution and backlog are effectively controlled 

• Act as the escalation point for complex technical and operational issues 

• Maintain consistent technical standards across an estate of 80+ school sites 

Leadership & Resource Management 

• Provide leadership to regional Hard FM Managers and Maintenance Supervisors 

• Directly line manage up to 5 team members, including Hard FM Managers and the CAFM Administration Team 

• Oversee the performance of a field‑based engineering workforce of up to 60 engineers 

• Manage resource planning across geographically dispersed sites to maintain service levels 

• Support recruitment, development and competency management of technical teams 

Performance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement 

• Monitor operational performance, statutory compliance and defect closure 

• Produce monthly performance reports, dashboards and management information 

• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including service optimisation and digital tools 

• Embed best practice and lessons learned across the account 

Financial Management & Governance 

• Manage services within agreed budgets and support lifecycle and CAPEX planning 

• Track cost variance and support commercial challenge where appropriate 

• Ensure robust technical governance, including AP/CP appointments and procedures 

Stakeholder & Client Engagement 

• Build effective relationships with clients, school leaders, service partners and internal teams 

• Plan and coordinate intrusive works to minimise disruption to teaching activities 

• Work collaboratively with Asset Managers, Lifecycle Managers and Projects teams to support long‑term estate planning 

What you will bring: 

• IOSH Managing Safely (essential); NEBOSH General Certificate (desirable) 

• Trade‑based qualification (Mechanical or Electrical NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent) 

• Asbestos Awareness (Cat A – essential); Non‑Licensed Works (Cat B – desirable) 

• Legionella (L8) Responsible / Competent Person training 

• Working at Height and Ladder Use certification 

• 18th Edition and/or HV/LV Authorised Person experience (desirable or managed via APs) 

• Additional technical qualifications such as F‑Gas, Gas Safe or pressure systems training (desirable) 

• Strong operational experience within Hard FM, ideally within education, healthcare or public sector environments 

• Proven delivery of statutory compliance, KPIs, SLAs and PFI contractual requirements 

• Experience managing multi‑site teams, including engineers, supervisors and subcontractors 

• Confident leadership style with the ability to coach, develop and hold teams accountable 

• Strong commercial awareness, including budget management, forecasting and cost control 

• Experience supporting lifecycle planning, asset replacement and CAPEX delivery 

• Strong understanding of health & safety systems, including PTW, RAMS and safe isolation 

• In‑depth knowledge of compliance frameworks (LOLER, PUWER, PSSR, Electricity at Work, F‑Gas, Gas Safety) 

• Knowledge of fire safety systems, including fire alarms and emergency lighting standards 

• Experience delivering SFG20‑based planned maintenance and statutory testing regimes 

• Confident user of CAFM systems, with experience in asset data, PPM creation and reporting 

• Strong planning and organisational skills, able to prioritise and manage multiple sites 

• Analytical and solutions‑driven, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues 

• Excellent communication skills, able to engage with technical and non‑technical stakeholders 

• Customer‑focused, collaborative and committed to continuous improvement 

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. 

Why join Amey? 

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. 

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions 

• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities. 

• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth. 

• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.  

• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey 

• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership. 

• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.  

• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities 

• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant 

• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey 

• Company Car 

• Annual Bonus 

About Amey 

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. 

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers 

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. 

Apply today 

***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible*** 

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