Maintenance Manager
CV-LibraryColchester, EssexpermanentPosted: 21 September 2026
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Colchester
£40,000 + Subsidised On-Site Accommodation
We’re recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a team of 15 at a flagship site near Colchester.
This is a varied management role overseeing the maintenance of the site’s facilities, accommodation and grounds, ensuring everything is safe, well maintained and operating to a high standard.
The Role
* Lead, manage and support a team of 15 maintenance staff
* Oversee both planned and reactive maintenance across the site
* Manage maintenance schedules, contractors and external suppliers
* Monitor maintenance budgets and ensure resources are used effectively
* Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety requirements
* Maintain high standards across facilities, accommodation and grounds
* Take a hands-on approach when required and support the wider maintenance team
About You
* Previous experience as a Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor or similar
* Experience leading and managing a maintenance team
* Strong organisational and leadership skills
* Good all-round knowledge of building/facilities maintenance
* Understanding of health & safety and compliance
* Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to get involved when needed
* Able to manage competing priorities in a busy site environment
Working Hours
March – October: 45 hours per week over 5.5 days
November – February: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Standard hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch break
Benefits
* £40,000 salary
* Subsidised on-site accommodation
* 28 days' annual leave
* Discounted gym memberships
* Restaurant discounts
* Free expert mortgage advice
* Free premium eye test vouchers
* Friendly and supportive team environment
* Career progression opportunities
Apply today for more information and to discuss the role
Colchester
£40,000 + Subsidised On-Site Accommodation
We’re recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead a team of 15 at a flagship site near Colchester.
This is a varied management role overseeing the maintenance of the site’s facilities, accommodation and grounds, ensuring everything is safe, well maintained and operating to a high standard.
The Role
* Lead, manage and support a team of 15 maintenance staff
* Oversee both planned and reactive maintenance across the site
* Manage maintenance schedules, contractors and external suppliers
* Monitor maintenance budgets and ensure resources are used effectively
* Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety requirements
* Maintain high standards across facilities, accommodation and grounds
* Take a hands-on approach when required and support the wider maintenance team
About You
* Previous experience as a Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor or similar
* Experience leading and managing a maintenance team
* Strong organisational and leadership skills
* Good all-round knowledge of building/facilities maintenance
* Understanding of health & safety and compliance
* Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to get involved when needed
* Able to manage competing priorities in a busy site environment
Working Hours
March – October: 45 hours per week over 5.5 days
November – February: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Standard hours: 8:00am – 6:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch break
Benefits
* £40,000 salary
* Subsidised on-site accommodation
* 28 days' annual leave
* Discounted gym memberships
* Restaurant discounts
* Free expert mortgage advice
* Free premium eye test vouchers
* Friendly and supportive team environment
* Career progression opportunities
Apply today for more information and to discuss the role