Assistant Maintenance Manager

  • Horizon Care and Education
  • City, Manchester
  • Nov 13, 2025
Full time Real Estate Assistant Construction

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Maintenance Manager
Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Salary: £52k

Location: Yorkshire & North West with travel to the schools

Full Time: 37.5 hours

Profile:
Support the Maintenance Manager in overseeing in-house maintenance teams and external contractors across multiple sites. This hands-on supervisory role involves ensuring all maintenance, refurbishment, and construction works are completed to a high standard, safely, on time, and within budget. A strong multi-trade background is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and support Premises Managers and Multi-Trade staff.

  • Assist in managing refurbishment, maintenance, and construction projects.

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

  • Work hands-on as needed, while delegating tasks and managing priorities across sites.

  • Liaise with stakeholders and contractors to coordinate maintenance and project works.

  • Carry out or oversee multi-trade works (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, decorating, etc.).

  • Manage reactive and planned maintenance, ensuring timely completion and value for money.

  • Maintain accurate records, reports, and use of maintenance software.

  • Uphold safe working practices, conduct risk assessments, and maintain equipment standards.

  • Be flexible to travel and work irregular hours for urgent or high-priority tasks.

Additional Information:
Flexibility is essential due to the varied and evolving nature of the role. Duties may change or expand in line with organisational needs.

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