Assistant Manager - Maintenance

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 800000 - Rs 1000000 (ie INR 8-10 LPA)

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Mumbai (Andheri West)

JobType: full-time

We are looking for an experienced professional to manage store maintenance and facility operations across multiple retail locations. This role focuses on ensuring that stores consistently meet high standards of functionality, safety, and customer readiness. You will play a key role in assessing infrastructure conditions, identifying maintenance needs, and driving timely improvements to enhance overall store performance.

The position requires a strong on-ground presence, involving regular store visits to evaluate infrastructure quality and operational readiness. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure efficient maintenance execution, cost control, and seamless coordination for repairs, refurbishments, and new store readiness. A data-driven approach to analyzing maintenance requirements and optimizing processes is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess store infrastructure, maintenance requirements, and overall facility conditions across locations
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate functionality, safety, and customer readiness standards
• Analyze maintenance data and provide actionable insights for operational improvements
• Identify repair, refurbishment, and preventive maintenance needs and recommend solutions
• Collaborate with regional teams and store staff to gather feedback on infrastructure issues
• Coordinate with vendors for maintenance activities, service agreements, and cost negotiations
• Ensure timely execution of repairs and adherence to quality standards
• Work closely with finance teams to manage maintenance budgets, payments, and expense tracking
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, vendor contracts, and service performance
• Support new store setups, handovers, and renovation projects from a maintenance perspective
• Drive continuous improvement in maintenance processes and operational efficiency

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 8–10 years of experience in facility management, maintenance, or retail infrastructure roles
• Strong understanding of store maintenance, utilities, and safety standards
• Experience working with vendors, AMCs, and service providers
• Ability to analyze data and identify practical solutions for maintenance challenges
• Good knowledge of retail operations, preferably in sectors like jewellery or similar industries
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple locations and priorities
• Proactive problem-solving approach with a focus on quality and efficiency
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and ensure smooth execution of tasks