Engineering Section Manager
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LocationAvonmouth (Regional Distribution Centre)
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 2, 2026 · 2d ago
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Supporting FMDM in the delivery of the Maintenance business plan for their area of responsibility
Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, Specialist Contractors and third-party service providers to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery of world-class maintenance
Creating and maintaining a culture of high performance across all areas of responsibility, setting the highest standards of ownership, engagement, Health & Safety and customer service
Ensuring all compliance, safety and assurance requirements are delivered, which keep the business legal & compliant to allow trading to continue without risk or impact. Conduct compliance audits on the internal Maintenance team and contractor works
Leading, coaching and developing the team of engineering technicians and tradesmen to maintain the building(s) to a high standard, ensuring all legislative requirements and health and safety governance are met
Supporting FMDM with budgetary control for revenue & planning for capital spend across areas of responsibility
Overseeing the timely delivery of all compliance, safety, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities across the campus, ensuring accurate documentation of all remedial actions
Actively involved in ensuring all maintenance projects are delivered safely
Supporting the business in delivering the Partnerships carbon reduction programme
Taking an active role in understanding and promoting democracy within the Partnership
ABOUT THE ROLE
Why Join the John Lewis Partnership?
At the John Lewis Partnership, you don’t just join a team—you become a co-owner. As an employee-owned business, our success is built on the belief that when our people thrive, our business thrives. We are currently setting up a new RDC site in Avonmouth and are looking for an experienced maintenance leader who is ready to take ownership, drive high standards, and play a pivotal role in our transition to full operational readiness by Q4 2026. If you are passionate about leading teams, championing safety, and shaping the future of a business where your voice truly matters, we invite you to apply and help us keep our Partnership at its best.
In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 18:00 - 22:00 will attract an Evening Premium at a rate of £3.75 per hour, and any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract a Night Premium at a rate of £4.75 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.
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Contract type - This is a permanent position
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Location - Avonmouth Regional Distribution Site
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Hours/Shift Pattern - 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm two week rota Monday to Friday.
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There will be a regular call-out rota required due to the site being operational 24/7/365, with a requirement to be available by phone and able to reach the site within an hour to manage critical situations.
Key responsibilities
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Supporting FMDM in the delivery of the Maintenance business plan for their area of responsibility.
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Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, Specialist Contractors and third-party service providers to ensure efficient and cost-effective delivery of world-class maintenance.
•
Creating and maintaining a culture of high performance across all areas of responsibility, setting the highest standards of ownership, engagement, Health & Safety and customer service.
•
Ensuring all compliance, safety and assurance requirements are delivered, which keep the business legal & compliant to allow trading to continue without risk or impact. Conduct compliance audits on the internal Maintenance team and contractor works
•
Leading, coaching and developing the team of engineering technicians and tradesmen to maintain the building(s) to a high standard, ensuring all legislative requirements and health and safety governance are met.
•
Supporting FMDM with budgetary control for revenue & planning for capital spend across areas of responsibility.
•
Overseeing the timely delivery of all compliance, safety, and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities across the campus, ensuring accurate documentation of all remedial actions.
•
Actively involved in ensuring all maintenance projects are delivered safely.
•
Supporting the business in delivering the Partnerships carbon reduction programme.
•
Taking an active role in understanding and promoting democracy within the Partnership.