Property Maintenance Manager

CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Property Maintenance Manager to oversee a large residential and commercial portfolio in Harrogate. You will manage maintenance operations, ensure legal compliance, and lead a team of Maintenance Coordinators. The ideal candidate will have property maintenance experience and strong leadership skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £32,000 and various employee benefits, including training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional training and development opportunities

Holiday buy-back scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance or a related role.
• 1-2 years' supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance operations for up to 1,000 properties.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Allocate and monitor work by contractors.
• Conduct property inspections as required.
• Ensure all safety compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Property maintenance experience

Supervisory or team leadership experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organization skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Property management systems (Fixflo, Reapit, Re-Leased)

Job description

Job Description

Property Maintenance Manager - £32,000 - DOE

Location: Harrogate

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday‑Friday, 9:00‑17:30 + 1 in 4 Saturdays (09:30‑12:30)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and organised Maintenance Manager to oversee property maintenance and compliance across a large residential and commercial portfolio. You will lead a team of Maintenance Coordinators and ensure repairs, contractor management, inspections, and legal compliance are delivered efficiently and professionally. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and is confident managing people, contractors, and multiple ongoing projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance operations for up to 1,000 residential and commercial properties
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from tenants and landlords
• Allocate and monitor work carried out by contractors, ensuring up‑to‑date qualifications and insurance
• Use property management systems (e.g., Fixflo, Reapit, Re‑Leased) to track tasks and streamline processes
• Review inspection, inventory, and check‑out reports and arrange remedial works
• Conduct property inspections as required
• Ensure all legal and safety compliance requirements are met within deadlines
• Process invoices and work closely with the Accounts team to ensure timely payment
• Manage full refurbishments, including costing, scheduling, and quality control
• Carry out post‑work quality checks and gather tenant feedback

What We're Looking For

• Experience in property maintenance or a related role
• 1‑2 years' supervisory or team leadership experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisation and time‑management abilities
• Confident problem‑solver with good attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Full UK driving licence required

Benefits

• Professional training and development opportunities
• Holiday buy‑back scheme for additional annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. CLD Recruitment (Leeds) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.