Residential Maintenance Manager

London
£50,000–£55,000 per annum + benefits
Full UK driving licence and own vehicle

Our client is looking for an experienced Residential Maintenance Manager to take ownership of property refurbishments and maintenance between tenancies across their London portfolio. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality works at pace, coordinating contractors, and ensuring lettable standards are exceeded, this could be your next career move.

Our client is a leading residential real estate company with a growing presence in London and other global cities. They are focused on delivering high-quality rental homes through a commitment to professional management, well-maintained buildings, and responsive service.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing the entire voids and maintenance process from initial inspection and scope of works through to completion and final sign-off, ensuring quick turnaround times and consistently high-quality results

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage void refurbishments, maintenance, and minor repairs across a large residential portfolio
• Conduct pre- and post-inspections, diagnose defects, and prepare detailed works schedules
• Coordinate contractors and ensure works are completed on time and to the required standard
• Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, CDM regulations, and internal quality standards
• Review and approve contractor invoices, ensuring value for money and works completed
• Provide technical advice to internal stakeholders on maintenance and repairs
• Assist with insurance claims and manage any rechargeable works
• Weekend availability may occasionally be required for post-completion inspections

About You:

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role (e.g. Residential Maintenance Manager, Voids Manager, Property Works Manager)
• Strong understanding of residential construction, maintenance, and building defect diagnosis
• Familiarity with HHSRS, CDM regulations, and construction health and safety best practices
• Excellent project coordination, contractor management, and report writing skills
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple refurbishments simultaneously
• A clear communicator who builds strong working relationships
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Benefits:

• £50,000–£55,000 per annum + benefits
• Private medical insurance, including dental and optical cashback (post-probation)
• Life assurance (4x annual salary, post-probation)
• Cycle to work scheme (post-probation)
• £500 annual wellness allowance for health and sports activities (post-probation)