Job Description
We are looking for a practical and motivated Maintenance Manager / Handyman to support the day-to-day running of a residential development of 100 apartments. This role combines hands-on maintenance, operational oversight, and coordination of small improvement projects to ensure the building remains safe, compliant, and well maintained.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for on-site maintenance activities, manage external contractors, and oversee minor upgrade works that help maintain and improve the overall standard of the building for residents.
Salary: £37,000
Location: South West London
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out regular inspections of communal spaces, plant areas, and external grounds to identify issues early.
* Monitor services such as cleaning, landscaping, waste management, and security, ensuring standards are maintained.
* Keep building documentation, service records, and contractor logs up to date
* Liaise with contractors and tradespeople, supervising works to ensure they are completed safely, on schedule, and to the required quality.
* Carry out general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, electrical fixes, carpentry, decorating, and minor repairs.
* Respond to maintenance issues reported by residents or management in a timely manner.
* Ensure repairs are completed efficiently and with minimal disruption to residents.
* Assist in implementing and monitoring a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule for key systems such as lighting, plant equipment, HVAC, and fire safety systems.
* Ensure routine statutory checks are completed, including fire alarm testing, emergency lighting checks, and water system monitoring.
* Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure any issues are resolved promptly.
* Support the property manager in maintaining safe working practices across the building.
* Ensure risk assessments, method statements, and safety documentation are kept up to date.
Skills & Experience
* At least 5 years' experience in building maintenance, facilities, or site management, ideally within residential property.
* Good practical ability across general maintenance trades including plumbing, electrics, carpentry, decorating, and general repairs.
* Experience organising and overseeing small maintenance or improvement projects.
* Experience working in apartment blocks or multi-residential developments.
* Ownership of basic hand and power tools (specialist tools can be provided if required).
* Relevant trade qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ.
* Knowledge of building systems including plumbing, electrical, or HVAC.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package
* Access to specialist tools and equipment
* Training and professional development opportunities
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays