Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

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• Location: Manchester
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• Job Type: Full-time
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• Salary: £32-£33k plus company Van
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Reed is recruiting on behalf of a leading property management company in Manchester, known for providing safe, inclusive, and sustainable accommodation. We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee and maintenance operations across various housing contracts in Manchester. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in trades, facilities, or caretaking. A company van will be provided, and the properties are located throughout Manchester.

Day-to-day of the role:

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• Carry out hands-on maintenance and repairs across the portfolio, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and to a high standard.
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• Manage and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities, including planning and overseeing both reactive and planned works.
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• Conduct regular property inspections and surveys to identify maintenance needs, ensuring properties remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
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• Develop, manage, and prioritise maintenance schedules in line with operational, contractual, and legislative requirements.
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• Assess damage reports, determine root causes, and coordinate appropriate remedial actions.
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• Prepare scopes of work and review contractor proposals to ensure works are cost-effective and aligned with business standards.
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• Work closely with internal teams and external contractors to agree on timelines, costs, and delivery plans, ensuring smooth execution of works.
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• Oversee the delivery of maintenance works on-site, conducting quality checks and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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• Proven experience in a hands-on building maintenance role, with supervisory or team coordination experience preferred.
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• Background in property, housing, or facilities management, ideally within a contractual setting.
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• Strong knowledge of property compliance and health and safety regulations; IOSH or NEBOSH certification is desirable.
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• Experience using maintenance/repairs systems (e.g., Fixflo) to manage jobs and track progress.
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• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, hands-on approach.
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• Effective communication skills, capable of working with contractors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
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Benefits:

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• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
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• Company van provided for travel across Greater Manchester.
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• Opportunities for overtime and out-of-hours compensation.
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• Supportive work environment aligned with strong organisational values.
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To apply for this Maintenance Manager position, please submit your CV detailing relevant experience.

Contact Mel Applin @ Reed for any questions