Maintenance Manager

Job Description

Maintenance and Compliance Manager

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £45,000–£47,000 per annum (37.5 hours/week, full-time, permanent)

Role Overview:

This position involves planning, coordinating, and supervising maintenance activities to ensure a safe, functional environment across the estate. The successful candidate will lead a team of 10 staff, manage statutory compliance, and oversee maintenance programs, refurbishment projects, and emergency response efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Operations

• Inspect and maintain buildings, identifying issues and coordinating repairs.
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance schedules, ensuring timely completion.
• Lead seasonal preventative maintenance activities.

Compliance

• Manage statutory servicing plans and corrective actions.
• Serve as Deputy Responsible Person for asbestos and water hygiene.
• Update asset registers and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct contractor and team safety inspections; prepare risk assessments.

Team Leadership & Finance

• Train and support team members to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance teamwork across the estate.
• Prepare budgets for training, servicing, and maintenance purchases.

Qualifications and Skills:

Essential:

• Trade-related qualifications or significant on-site experience.
• Health and Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH) or proven competence.
• Experience in building maintenance, fault finding, and managing compliance (e.g., fire safety, asbestos, legionella).