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Contract Manager

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Job Title: Contract Manager
Location: Sittingbourne
Salary: £65,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm (flexibility required)

About the Role

Alice Rose is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join a leading engineering services provider based in Sittingbourne.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of maintenance operations, leading a team and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services in line with contractual and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  * Oversee and manage all maintenance operations across the site

  * Establish and manage the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) system

  * Lead, manage, and develop a team (including appraisals and performance monitoring)

  * Allocate workload, schedule tasks, and manage day-to-day activities

  * Act as the main point of contact for client and team escalations

  * Manage budgets, including revenue and capital expenditure

  * Oversee procurement and project works

  * Ensure all technical aspects of the contract meet client requirements

  * Monitor and report on KPIs, driving continuous improvement

  * Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and ISO standards

Requirements

  * Proven experience in a Contract Manager or similar role within building maintenance / FM

  * Strong leadership and team management experience

  * Hands-on technical background (mechanical and/or electrical)

  * Good understanding of PPM systems and maintenance operations

  * Strong commercial awareness and basic financial knowledge

  * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

  * Solid IT skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Desirable

  * Experience with CAFM/PPM systems (e.g. Concept 300 / FSI Go)

  * Relevant technical qualifications (Electrical or Mechanical NVQ / Apprenticeship)

  * IOSH or Health & Safety certification

  * Degree in Building Services or Engineering

Key Attributes

  * Strong leadership and decision-making ability

  * High level of organisation and attention to detail

  * Ability to manage pressure and prioritise workload

  * Collaborative and proactive approach

  * Focus on continuous improvement and service excellence

Apply Now

If you are an experienced maintenance professional looking to step into a leadership role with real responsibility and impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion

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