Maintenance Manager

Job Advertisement: Estate Maintenance Manager Location: Woburn Employment Type: Full-TimeAbout Us: Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Estate Maintenance Manager to oversee the inspection, reporting, and project management services for our estate's built environment. This role involves managing the in-house maintenance team and coordinating with contractors to ensure the efficient and effective maintenance of our properties.Key Responsibilities:Business Management and Administration:

• Lead the estate maintenance team
• Collaborate with annual work plans.
• Direct daily activities of in-house maintenance staff.
• Maintain strict cost control on all projects.
• Issue work orders and hire qualified contractors, supervising their work to completion.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Keep accurate repair records as required.
• Liaise with tenants
• Approve relevant invoices and maintain staff timesheets.
• Provide necessary information to the Estate Administration Manager for new occupiers.

Property Management:

• Conduct annual property inspections
• Perform snagging inspections for minor refurbishments before new occupiers move in.
• Work with the building administrator to handle reactive repairs and assess estate liability.
• Manage and supervise cyclical redecoration works.
• Assist in implementing preventative maintenance schedules.
• Oversee smaller projects, including CDM responsibilities and progress monitoring.
• Ensure projects and repairs are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards through regular site visits.
• Attend project handovers and ensure all team members and external agents have the necessary information.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in estate maintenance and property management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• SMSTS and First Aid qualifications are desirable.
• CSCS Black Managers Card and Asbestos Awareness training are advantageous.

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