Job Description:

Maintenance Manager

• Location: Manchester
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: £32-£33k plus company Van

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:

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

Required Skills & Qualifications:

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

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Company van provided for travel across Greater Manchester.
• Opportunities for overtime and out-of-hours compensation.
• Supportive work environment aligned with strong organisational values.

To apply for this Maintenance Manager position, please submit your CV detailing relevant experience.

Contact Mel Applin @ Reed for any questions