Maintenance Operative

Job Summary:

Venue: O2 Academy Oxford

Company: Academy Music Group

Location: Oxford

Reports to: General Manager

Working Hours: Full time

Job Type: Permanent

Role

The maintenance operative is responsible for excellent care of O2 Academy Oxford its infrastructure and appearance. From daytoday maintenance to coordinating contractors compliance with health and safety regulations and conducting continuous improvement strategies the role is to ensure our venue is presented at the highest standard.

Our team

Our maintenance operative is an integral member of the team with a positive cando approach. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to contribute to our core values of excellence and inclusivity and support optimal team performance and productivity at O2 Academy Oxford.

About you

• Experience of working in maintenance management or a supervisory role
• Sound knowledge and proficiency in common maintenance tasks (electrical plumbing decorative carpentry)
• Competent in Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel)
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
• Relevant qualifications and safety certifications advantageous

What we need

• Enthusiasm for venues and the live events industry
• Familiar with building systems
• Flexibility to work irregular hours (weekends/evenings/public holidays)
• Practical handson approach to problem solving
• Strong timekeeping and organisational ability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive and proactive attitude to planning workloads efficiently
• Ability to undertake the demands of maintenance management

What youll be doing

• Proactive management of all maintenance processes and operations
• Conduct daily and weekly routine checks
• Coordinate building inspections and readings
• Plan routine maintenance as well as preventative and corrective schedules
• Identify and manage basic repairs
• Prepare documentation logs and maintenance reports
• Supervise all mechanical and electrical work including but not limited to Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) pest control alarm systems lift maintenance CCTV emergency light testing call alarms ventilation air conditioning environmental control and waste management as directed by the maintenance manager and the Company property team
• Ensure all areas are clean tidy and well presented
• Liaise with contract cleaning providers
• Ensure highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene practices
• Lead on daytoday compliance and adherence to Company guidelines and safe working practices for all employees and outsourced contractors
• Drive positive and practical application in Health & Safety and risk assessment
• Maintain the Company inventory of all inhouse maintenance supplies and equipment
• Review and place order for materials and equipment when necessary
• Track and review repair cost estimates expenses and budgeting for the department
• Supervision of deliveries
• Communicate plans for improvements and repairs to the maintenance manager
• Effective interface with venue management visitors contractors clients and Company head office
• Supervise maintenance employees as directed by the maintenance manger
• Support and respond to emergency maintenance calls
• Attend training courses as required

Equal Opportunities

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations enjoy new experiences and learn from the talented people you will be working with. Its talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity race sexual orientation religion age disability status or caring responsibilities.

The Company

Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UKs leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with awardwinning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the worlds leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster Live Nation Concerts LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21st April 2025. We reserve the right to close applications at any time.

#AMG