Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Milton Keynes
Contract: 6-month FTC (sickness cover, potential to extend)
Hours: 37.5 per week (8am–4pm, Monday–Friday)
Working Pattern: Office-based initially (5 days), potential for 1 day WFH after onboarding
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the safe, compliant, and effective maintenance of a diverse property portfolio. This role is responsible for ensuring all buildings meet statutory compliance requirements while delivering high-quality maintenance services through internal teams and external contractors.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all properties meet health & safety and statutory compliance standards (e.g. gas, electrical, fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene)
* Manage and monitor contractors, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards
* Oversee responsive and planned maintenance (PPM) activities
* Carry out site inspections to assess works, risks, and compliance
* Manage compliance records and certification across the portfolio
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking of maintenance spend
* Lead on maintenance-related projects and improvements
* Use CAFM systems to track performance, jobs, and compliance
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Maintenance / Facilities / Estates Manager role
* Strong knowledge of M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) services
* Experience managing statutory compliance (e.g. asbestos, legionella, fire safety)
* Background in contractor and contract management
* Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations (e.g. CDM 2015)
* Relevant qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent experience)
* Full UK driving licence (site travel required)
Additional Information
* 80% office-based / 20% site visits
* Basic DBS required
* Opportunity for contract extension
Apply now to join a team committed to maintaining safe, compliant, and high-quality public buildings.
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