Maintenance Manager - Brighton

Balfour Beatty; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction and infrastructure firm is seeking a Maintenance Manager in the UK. You will oversee the operation of student accommodation facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing a technical team. The role requires a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, leadership abilities, and at least 5 years' experience in maintenance management. You will have the opportunity to contribute to high-quality projects that support communities and enhance lives.

Benefits

25 days paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension plan

Recognition schemes

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance management.
• Proven track record in managing technical teams and compliance.
• IOSH or NEBOSH accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of building services in student accommodations.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance across various systems.
• Lead on reactive maintenance responding to requests.
• Schedule inspections and maintain compliance.
• Manage and mentor a technical team.

Skills

Technical competence across mechanical systems

Strong leadership skills

Excellent organisational skills

Proficient in building management software

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

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About the role

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure and construction group. We finance, develop, build, and maintain innovative and efficient projects that underpin daily life, support communities, and enable economic growth. Our unparalleled expertise and resources ensure that we deliver high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget.
Now is a great time to join us. As a leading international construction group with a healthy pipeline of work, we're growing our teams. Shape a career to be proud of as part of an award-winning team. Our team shapes projects that connect communities and impact daily life for millions. Join our Regional Scotland team as a Maintenance Manager to build new futures.
Own your career, and you can build something to be proud of at Balfour Beatty. By joining our well-established construction teams working on our significant future pipeline of student accommodation projects, you will work with true experts who will share their knowledge and provide support, encouragement, and invaluable feedback so you never stop learning. Bring us your capability, and we'll help you take it much, much further

What you'll be doing

As a Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Ensure the smooth and safe operation of all building services within the East Slope and West Slope student accommodation developments.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire safety systems.
• Lead on reactive maintenance, ensuring timely response to resident and facility requests.
• Schedule and manage routine inspections and compliance tasks (EICR, gas safety, fire alarms, lifts, etc.).
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, documentation, and statutory records.
• Act as the Authorised Person (low voltage, mechanical), Responsible Person (Water), and COSHH coordinator.
• Manage and mentor a technical team, supporting skill development and ensuring high standards of workmanship.
• Liaise with external contractors and stakeholders, managing contracts and ensuring quality service delivery.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, prepare regular reports, and drive continuous improvement.
• Assist with building refurbishments, upgrades, and planned expansion projects.
• Maintain statutory compliance with health, safety, and building regulations, overseeing risk assessments and audits.

Who we're looking for

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• IOSH or NEBOSH accreditation (desirable).
• Membership of a chartered body (desirable).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance management.
• Proven track record in managing technical teams, PPM systems, and compliance.
• Experience managing external contractors effectively.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical competence across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and fire systems.
• Strong leadership, people management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and budgeting capabilities.
• Proficient in building management and FM software systems.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty Investments is an international infrastructure investor operating in the UK and US. We develop and finance both public and private infrastructure projects whilst operating a portfolio of long-term infrastructure assets, with a portfolio of PPP concessions in healthcare facilities, highways, energy and transmission, student accommodation, residential regeneration and private housing.

In the US, our portfolio includes Balfour Beatty Communities, a subsidiary dedicated to developing and operating privatised military housing, student and multifamily housing. We also operate Balfour Beatty Campus Solutions, a leading provider of large capital project financing, development and construction solutions for the higher education market.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at [e-mail]