Axis Europe

Response Manager

Axis Europe  •  £42k - £45k/yr  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider with over 1,000 employees and 13 UK offices. We support clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors, delivering essential building services. As part of the Axis CLC group, backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the organisation, we offer responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment solutions nationwide.

The Role

CLC is seeking an experienced and proactive Response Manager to support and lead our responsive works delivery across Catterick and surrounding areas. This key role will support the FDIS RAMS contract, ensuring safe, efficient and high‑quality service delivery while maintaining strong relationships with our client and operational teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate responsive maintenance work to meet KPI and contractual requirements.
  • Work closely with engineers, supervisors and the Contract Manager to allocate resources effectively.
  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, policies and RAMS documentation.
  • Carry out site inspections, audits and safety checks to maintain high standards.
  • Monitor performance, generate reports and identify continuous‑improvement opportunities.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with client representatives, attending regular meetings.
  • Provide leadership, guidance and support to engineering teams, including performance management.
  • Oversee job costing, variations and commercial documentation in line with contract requirements

About You

  • Experience managing responsive repairs or maintenance works.
  • Strong understanding of Health & Safety compliance.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
  • Leadership experience with the ability to support and motivate teams.
  • Effective communication and problem‑solving skills.
  • Knowledge of FDIS or defence‑sector maintenance contracts.
  • Technical background in engineering or building maintenance.
  • IOSH/NEBOSH/SMSTS qualification (or equivalent).
  • Proactive and solution‑focused.
  • Calm under pressure and adaptable.
  • Strong customer‑service mindset.
  • Detail‑driven with high standards of delivery.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary package
  • Company vehicle + fuel card (business use)
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • days’ holiday + bank holidays
  • Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
  • 1 paid volunteer day
  • £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
  • Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value insight, quality and evidence-based decision-making, and offer roles where your work directly influences business performance and long-term growth.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Axis Europe

About Axis Europe

We partner with our clients to navigate the complexities of property maintenance, providing agile, responsive, and reliable solutions that empower you to focus on your core mission.

Axis, as part of a leading national property maintenance group, delivers comprehensive solutions that ensure the optimal performance and longevity of your critical properties. We understand the vital role your buildings play in supporting essential services across the UK, from hospitals and schools to defence estates and utilities. With a nationwide reach and a commitment to exceptional service, we provide the expertise and resources to keep your buildings operating at their best, minimising disruption and maximising value.

Our group offers a complete range of property maintenance services, including responsive repairs, planned maintenance, decarbonisation, compliance, refurbishment, and mechanical & electrical services. We bring together unmatched expertise, national reach, and a customer-focused approach to deliver exceptional results for clients across all sectors. Our commitment to quality, agility, and social responsibility ensures we build long-term partnerships and contribute to a better future for the communities we serve.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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