Maintenance Manager, O2 Academy Brixton

Job Summary
Venue: O2 Academy Brixton

Company: Academy Music Group

Location: Brixton, London

Reports to: General Manager

Working hours: Full-time

Job Type: Permanent

Role
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily upkeep, repair, and safe operation of the O2 Academy Brixton's facilities, infrastructure and appearance. This role is critical to ensure the Grade II listed venue remains show ready, guest friendly, and compliant with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has experience in building maintenance, a problem-solving mindset, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where events and operations are ever-changing.

From day-to-day 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 manager is an integral member of the team, with a positive, can-do 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 Brixton.

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) with general computer literacy, including the ability to learn and operate venue-specific software or digital platforms
• Excellent understanding of health and safety regulations and risk assessments
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external vendors.
• 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 when required (weekends/evenings/public holidays)
• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving
• Strong time-keeping and organisational ability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive and proactive attitude to planning workloads efficiently
• Ability to undertake the demands of maintenance management
• Must be willing and able to perform physically demanding tasks, including plumbing issues, working outside, working at height, lifting heavy items, and responding to maintenance emergencies

What You'll Be Doing

• Team & Contractor Oversight: Manage in-house maintenance staff and third-party contractors, ensuring compliance with company policies, health & safety standards, and safe working practices. Plan and execute routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Maintenance Operations: Oversee and undertake all maintenance activities, including daily/weekly checks, building inspections, and both routine and reactive maintenance. Perform hands-on tasks as needed such as painting, toilet upkeep, bin management, cleaning, litter removal, and general repairs to ensure consistent upkeep of the entire venue site.
• Venue Readiness & Event Support: Ensure the venue is clean, safe, and fully functional at all times, especially before, during, and after events. Conduct pre and post-show walkthroughs and respond promptly to emergency maintenance calls.
• Facilities, Systems & Waste Management: Supervise mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems (e.g. PAT testing, CCTV, alarms, emergency lighting, ventilation, pest control, and waste management). Work with cleaning contractors to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness across all areas.
• Administration & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, reports, and inventories. Manage orders for materials/equipment, track repair costs, support departmental budgeting, and oversee deliveries. Ensure risk assessments and safety procedures are implemented and followed.
• Communication & Support: Liaise effectively with venue management, clients, contractors, and head office. Communicate repair plans and improvements to the General Manager. Attend required training and support general venue operations as needed.

Equal opportunities
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the standard 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 home life. As a growing business, we'll encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

Reality check
While this is a great opportunity in an exciting industry, this is not just a chance to see shows for free The role is not your ordinary nine-to-five and the industry is demanding, with sometimes long and unsociable hours. The excitement and energy of the shows and events we create comes from the hard work and dedication we commit to our work, and this position is no exception so get ready to bring your very best to the role.

Our Company
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK's leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning 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 world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday 27th October 2025.
We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.