Maintenance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Estates Officer to support the Head of Estates in operational maintenance within the estate. The role involves managing contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and liaising with various stakeholders to maintain an efficient estate. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and experience in facilities management, with a focus on building services, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in a facilities/estates role.
• Demonstrable experience in Building, Surveying, or Maintenance.
• Prior experience in public sector or healthcare estate management.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance contracts and ensure safety compliance.
• Assist in delivery of maintenance and refurbishment projects.
• Liaise with stakeholders for high-quality estates services.

Skills

Contract management

Organisational skills

Communication

Energy efficiency promotion

Education

Degree or HND in Building Services Engineering

NEBOSH Health and Safety qualification

Tools

CAFM systems

CAD software

Job description

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Duration of Booking: Expected to last 6 months with possible extension

Proposed Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rates: Up to £24.23 per hour Umbrella or £21.40 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)

Hours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

Based: Office / Hospital

Main Purpose of Role:

The Estates Officer will support the Head of Estates in delivering Building Services (Mechanical & Electrical) operational maintenance across the estate. The role ensures compliance with legislative and regulatory standards and supports the efficient and effective functioning of Estates operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor maintenance contracts and contractors to maintain a safe, functional estate.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and procurement regulations.
• Assist in the delivery of minor and major works, planned/reactive maintenance, and refurbishment projects.
• Support the preparation of business cases, tenders, and quotations within regulatory frameworks.
• Undertake condition surveys and manage estates-related databases (e.g. CAFM systems).
• Liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality estates and facilities services.
• Promote energy efficiency and contribute to sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist with strategy planning and performance monitoring against KPIs.
• Degree or HND in a relevant discipline (e.g., Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management), or minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in a facilities/estates role within the construction industry.
• Demonstrable experience in at least two of the following: Building, Surveying and Maintenance; Mechanical Engineering Services; Electrical Engineering Services.
• Contract management experience, strong organisational and communication skills, ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• NEBOSH or equivalent Health and Safety qualification.
• Prior experience in the public sector or healthcare estate management.
• Proficiency in CAFM systems and CAD architectural drawing software.