Site Manager

JT Recruit Ltd.; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Site Manager to oversee a residential property. The role includes ensuring safety and compliance, coordinating maintenance tasks, and conducting inspections. Essential skills include basic maintenance abilities and a strong understanding of health and safety. An enhanced DBS check is required. This role supports a safe environment for children and staff.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required (must be in place or willing to obtain before starting).
• Reliable, practical, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the residential site, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Coordinate minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct regular site inspections for potential hazards.

Skills

Basic maintenance and repair skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Understanding of health and safety requirements

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Overview

To manage the residential site on behalf of Property Services, ensuring that the premises are safe, compliant, and well‑maintained. The postholder will work closely with the residential team to support a safe and comfortable environment for children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the residential team to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Carry out and/or coordinate minor repairs and maintenance tasks across the site.
• Monitor and ensure that all statutory building compliance checks (e.g., fire safety, water hygiene, electrical testing) are completed and recorded accurately.
• Liaise with contractors and Property Services for larger maintenance or repair work.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and report potential hazards or maintenance needs.
• Ensure all equipment and facilities are in good working order.

Essential Requirements

• Basic maintenance and repair skills (e.g., plumbing, joinery, decorating).
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in a residential or educational setting.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Reliable, practical, and proactive approach.
• Enhanced DBS check required (must be in place or willing to obtain before starting).

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in a care, residential, or school environment.
• Knowledge of building compliance and statutory maintenance requirements.