Maintenance Manager

V&C Associates are the exclusive recruitment partner for a leading UK Luxury accommodation provider, seeking passionate and hands-on Facilities Team Lead/Maintenance Manager to join their growing operations team managing a small team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced property management environment and wants to play a key role in delivering safe, welcoming, and high-quality spaces across the UK.

As a Facilities Team Leader/Maintenance Manager, you’ll be at the heart of a dynamic communities—leading and motivating a small team to keep properties safe, compliant, and running smoothly. From planned maintenance to problem-solving on the spot, you’ll make sure students receive exceptional service every day.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to deliver first-class property and maintenance support.
• Take ownership of planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring a safe and well-kept environment.
• Support training and development—helping your team reach their full potential.
• Ensure compliance standards are met on time and to a high standard.
• Step up as a hands-on leader, tackling anything from fixing doors to painting walls, moving furniture, or assisting with routine building checks.
• Play a key role in sustainability objectives—helping to create net-zero, resource-efficient student spaces.

Key Characteristics

• A natural leader with maintenance or property management experience (electrical, plumbing, decorating, or general handywork). Good general knowledge or experience working within maintenance, e.g., minor electrical, decorating, plumbing, joinery work.
• Confident managing and motivating a team, even in the absence of a Facilities Manager.
• Strong communicator with great organisational and time management skills.
• Calm under pressure with a detail-oriented and proactive approach.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• A team player who embraces diversity and values creating inclusive communities.