Maintenance Manager / Building Technician

Location: South West London
Hours: 40 hours per week, 8:00am-5:00pm
Rota: Monday to Friday
Salary: £35,000-£40,000

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and dependable Maintenance Manager / Building Technician to take responsibility for the daily upkeep of a well-established residential development.

Key Responsibilities:

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Undertake day-to-day repairs including plumbing, basic electrical works, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance
• Carry out regular inspections of communal areas, plant rooms, and external spaces
• Identify faults and resolve maintenance issues promptly and efficiently

Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)

• Manage and deliver a structured PPM programme covering life safety systems, lighting, ventilation, drainage, and general building fabric
• Maintain accurate compliance records, logs, and maintenance documentation

Health & Safety Compliance

• Complete scheduled testing such as fire alarm checks, emergency lighting inspections, water system monitoring, and related safety routines
• Ensure compliance with current health and safety legislation
• Maintain up-to-date COSHH records, risk assessments, and site safety documentation

Contractor Coordination

• Engage and oversee third-party contractors, ensuring work is delivered safely and to the required standard
• Review RAMS where necessary and monitor works on-site
• Support the Property Manager with obtaining quotations for specialist works

Resident Liaison & Service Delivery

• Provide a professional and approachable service to residents
• Respond effectively to maintenance queries and provide clear updates
• Communicate any concerns, risks, or major repairs to the Property Manager

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a building maintenance or handyman role
• Strong practical skills across plumbing, electrics, carpentry, decoration, and general repairs
• Good understanding of compliance procedures and PPM schedules
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Confident using IT systems to log works and maintain records

• Experience within residential block or property management
• Relevant trade qualifications (City & Guilds, NVQ, etc.)
• Knowledge of fire safety and building regulations

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Specialist tools and equipment supplied
• Ongoing training and development
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions