Property Maintenance Manager

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Property Maintenance Manager to oversee property maintenance across a large portfolio in Harrogate. The ideal candidate will manage teams and ensure compliance while conducting inspections and responding to maintenance requests. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects are essential. Benefits include professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment. Full UK driving license is required.

Benefits

Professional training and development opportunities

Holiday buy-back scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance operations for up to 1,000 properties.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Allocate and monitor work carried out by contractors.
• Ensure compliance with legal and safety requirements.
• Manage full refurbishments, including costing and scheduling.

Skills

Experience in property maintenance or a related role

Supervisory or team leadership experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisation and time-management abilities

Confident problem-solver

Attention to detail

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects

Tools

Property management systems (e.g., Fixflo, Reapit, Re-Leased)

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.