Maintenance Manager: Lead Park Upkeep & Safety

Sun Communities; Southminster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday discounts

Restaurants on park discount

Life Insurance

Free eye test voucher

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym membership discounts

Company pension

Job summary

Park Holidays UK is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the on-site maintenance team at our holiday park. You will oversee daily operations of facilities, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety compliance while managing budgets and schedules.

The role requires hands-on maintenance skills, strong leadership, and excellent communication with guests and staff. DBS check is required; weekend and peak-time flexibility may be needed to maintain high park standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance management within leisure/holiday park settings.
• Strong leadership and ability to allocate workloads, train staff and motivate a team.
• Hands-on experience with plumbing, carpentry, electrical work and plant/equipment maintenance.
• In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with guests, staff and contractors.
• Strong organisational skills and problem-solving ability.
• Experience managing budgets and controlling expenditures.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Conduct health and safety checks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Plan and implement proactive maintenance schedules for plant and facilities.
• Manage workloads and provide training and support to the maintenance team.
• Complete regular checklists and inspect facilities for hazards and maintenance needs.
• Coordinate movement of holiday homes with Sales Manager for timely completion.
• Supervise siting activities, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Liaise with contractors to oversee projects and uphold standards.
• Monitor the department budget and ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure proper functioning of all plant and equipment and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Maintenance management

Team management

Hands-on maintenance

Health & safety

Communication skills

Budget management

Problem solving

Job description

Park Holidays UK is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the on-site maintenance team at our holiday park. You will oversee daily operations of facilities, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety compliance while managing budgets and schedules.

The role requires hands-on maintenance skills, strong leadership, and excellent communication with guests and staff. DBS check is required; weekend and peak-time flexibility may be needed to maintain high park standards.