Head of Maintenance

Inspired Villages; Greater Manchester, Stratford-upon-Avon, Arrow, West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Villages is seeking a proactive Head of Maintenance to lead a team ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for residents. This hands-on role involves overseeing maintenance tasks, coordinating repairs, and maintaining high standards across properties. Enjoy a supportive workplace with numerous benefits and a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Bupa Health Cashplan

Life Assurance

33 days annual leave

Holiday buying scheme

5% matched pension scheme

Retail discounts

Ongoing learning and development

Wellbeing hub and resources

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance management and team leadership.
• Ability to coordinate repairs and ensure health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Maintenance Assistants for village upkeep.
• Oversee maintenance tasks and health and safety checks.
• Manage the maintenance program and resident communications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Health and Safety Management

Job description

We’re driven by our purpose to build real communities that enhance the lives of our residents every single day. If you’re looking for a career that means more and gives you more, personally and professionally, there’s a place for you here at Inspired Villages.

In partnership with Legal & General PLC and NatWest Pension Trustee Limited, with hugely ambitious (and very achievable) growth plans, we are seeking aHead of Maintenance to join our expanding village team.

The Role:

We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Head of Maintenance to lead a small team of Maintenance Assistants in ensuring our village remains a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for our residents. This is a 60/40 split role, where the majority of your time will be spent actively carrying out maintenance tasks across both owners’ apartments and communal areas, with the remainder focused on supervision, coordination, and basic administration.

In this role, you'll be the go-to person for all things maintenance—from tackling day-to-day issues to overseeing preventative programmes, coordinating repairs, and ensuring health and safety standards are consistently met. You’ll also play a key role in helping new residents settle into their homes by ensuring everything is in perfect working order.

Key Requirements:

• Carrying out and overseeing general maintenance across residents’ homes and communal areas
• Leading and supporting your team, providing guidance, supervision, and hands-on help
• Managing the maintenance programme, including gardening and outdoor upkeep
• Operating and overseeing village vehicles, reporting any defects or maintenance needs
• Liaising professionally with residents regarding maintenance work, ensuring clear communication and minimal disruption
• Ensuring high standards across all properties, creating a seamless and positive move-in experience
• Managing and tracking chargeable works requests in line with company policy
• Maintaining the village’s property defect tracker and ensuring timely, high-quality resolutions
• Supporting the chargeable repairs and maintenance plan in line with revenue targets
• Assisting with manual meter readings for the finance team when required
• Carrying out regular health and safety checks, including fire alarm tests and legionella monitoring
• Conducting regular stock plot inspections to maintain defect-free properties

The Benefits:

• Bupa Health Cashplan (including employee assistance program)
• Life Assurance at x4 your annual salary
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rated to your contracted working hours)
• Holiday buying scheme (up to a week's extra leave)
• Big birthdays off (those ending in a 0)
• 5% matched pension scheme
• Retail discounts on a variety of outlets
• Access to SMART tech
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing hub and resources; including discounts related to wellbeing interventions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric car scheme
• Working in an incredible workspace, with a gym, social areas, and parking.

At Inspired Villages, we invite everyone, regardless of background, to join our thriving community. Here, you'll be included, involved, and inspired to contribute your unique talents. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where uniqueness is celebrated and you’re inspired to be your best, every day.

More enjoyment. More satisfaction. More like one big family. If you’re looking for a career that means more and gives you more, hit that apply button!