Property Maintenance Manager

Express Recruitment; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management provider is seeking a reliable Property Maintenance Manager for a full-time role based in Essex & Kent. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £15.00, alongside a company vehicle and various benefits. Responsibilities include cleaning, basic maintenance, and conducting compliance checks. Candidates should have experience in maintenance roles and a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Uniform

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, facilities, or maintenance roles is required.
• Basic trade skills such as plumbing and decorating are needed.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary as a company vehicle is provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning and caretaking duties across communal and external areas.
• Complete minor repairs and basic trade-related tasks.
• Conduct compliance checks including fire alarm testing.

Skills

Previous experience in caretaking, facilities, or general maintenance roles

Basic trade skills (plumbing, decorating, electrical, joinery)

Full UK driving licence

Understanding of health & safety and compliance checks

Confident using smartphones or app‑based systems

Reliable and organised

Professional and approachable with a customer‑focused attitude

Job description

c£15 per hour D.O.E + company vehicle + benefits

Posted: 50 mins ago

Category: Express Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a growing property management provider who are seeking a reliable and proactive Property Maintenance Manager to join their friendly team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on individual who enjoys variety and takes pride in maintaining high standards across residential developments. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of up to c£15.00 per hour (D.O.E), alongside a company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, travelling between sites across Essex and Kent.

The successful candidate will carry out caretaking, cleaning, compliance checks, and basic maintenance work to ensure each site is safe, clean, and well‑presented.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning and caretaking duties across communal and external areas
• Perform litter picking, sweeping, and waste management
• Complete minor repairs such as fixing door handles, painting touch‑ups, and replacing light bulbs
• Undertake basic trade‑related tasks (e.g. plumbing, decorating, joinery)
• Conduct compliance checks including fire alarm testing, emergency lighting, and water temperature checks
• Maintain accurate records through app‑based reporting systems
• Identify and report potential hazards or larger maintenance issues
• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and property managers

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities, or general maintenance roles
• Basic trade skills (plumbing, decorating, electrical, joinery etc.)
• Full UK driving licence – company vehicle provided
• Understanding of health & safety and compliance checks
• Confident using smartphones or app‑based systems for reporting
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
• Professional and approachable with a customer‑focused attitude

Vacancy Summary

Hours: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Salary: up to c£15.00 per hour D.O.E + company vehicle + benefits
Location: Essex & Kent (travel between sites required)
Job Type: Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all applicants due to the high volume of responses we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an Employment Agency. The services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.