Brighton - £35-£40k | Build-to-Rent
Hyperion Partners is recruiting on behalf of a leading Build-to-Rent (BTR) operator for an experienced Maintenance Manager to take ownership of the technical and reactive maintenance function across a residential portfolio.
This is a hands-on, operationally critical role for someone who takes pride in a well-run building - ideal for a maintenance professional who wants real ownership over standards, budgets and a growing team, within a sector that is investing seriously in resident experience.
Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Leading and managing the on-site maintenance team, including recruitment, training, rota management and performance development
- Overseeing all reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the building, communal areas, plant and equipment
- Managing relationships with external contractors and specialist suppliers, including tendering, contract management and quality control
- Ensuring full compliance with health & safety legislation, fire safety regulations, and the Building Safety Act 2022, including maintenance of accurate records and certification
- Managing void turnaround works to agreed timescales and standards, working closely with the lettings/leasing team
- Conducting regular property inspections, identifying defects, and prioritising works based on risk and resident impact
- Managing the maintenance budget, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting on spend against plan
- Overseeing statutory testing and servicing schedules (fire systems, lifts, water hygiene/Legionella, electrical, gas, etc.)
- Responding to and resolving resident maintenance queries and complaints in a timely, professional manner
- Managing stock and equipment, including tools, PPE and maintenance supplies
- Supporting capital works and refurbishment projects, liaising with contractors, consultants and the wider asset management team
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records, logs and compliance documentation using the building's property management/CAFM system
- Carrying out or overseeing out-of-hours emergency response and on-call cover as required
- Contributing to continuous improvement of maintenance processes, resident satisfaction, and building performance
- Working closely with the General Manager/Community Manager to align maintenance delivery with the wider resident experience strategy
About You
- Proven experience in a maintenance management role, ideally within Build-to-Rent, residential block management, hospitality, or a similar multi-site property environment
- Strong working knowledge of health & safety, fire safety, and building compliance requirements
- A relevant trade background (electrical, mechanical, general building) and/or recognised qualification (NVQ, IOSH, NEBOSH) would be advantageous
- Proven people management experience, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
- Strong organisational and budget management skills
- Excellent communication skills, comfortable liaising with residents, contractors and senior stakeholders alike
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a genuine commitment to high standards
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- The opportunity to shape the maintenance function within a growing, resident-focused BTR operator
- A varied, hands-on role with real autonomy and progression potential
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