Maintenance Team Leader

Maintenance Team Leader
💰 £30,000 - £35,000
📅 6‑Month Contract (with potential to extend or go permanent)
🏢 Office‑Based | Monday-Friday (Early finish on Fridays if work is up to date)
⏰ ASAP Start

We're working with a small, friendly property management company in Brixton who are looking for an experienced Maintenance Team Leader to join them on a 6‑month contract — with every possibility of longer‑term opportunities for the right person.

This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role where you'll be the main point of support for two Maintenance Coordinators, ensuring the smooth running of all day‑to‑day maintenance operations.

• Support, guide and assist two Maintenance Coordinators
• Oversee Fixflo and ensure all maintenance cases, reports and KPIs are on track
• Manage contractor relationships, quotes, insurances and annual renewals
• Approve invoices (up to £500) and support budget tracking
• Handle maintenance complaints and escalates where necessary
• Carry out property and communal inspections
• Liaise with caretakers and ensure all caretaker reports/action points are completed
• Manage orders (Screwfix, Amazon, IKEA etc.) and ensure stock is tracked
• Work closely with Lettings on move‑ins and maintenance‑related requests
• Support with PRS complaints, meter readings, wayleave forms and general admin
• Maintain team morale and a positive working environment

• Strong experience in residential maintenance or repairs coordination
• Confident communicator who can lead, support and bring structure to a team
• Experience with Fixflo (or similar maintenance systems)
• Good knowledge of tenant responsibilities, repairs time frames and property compliance
• Organised, proactive, and able to juggle a varied workload
• A genuine people‑person with strong problem‑solving skills
• Available to start quickly (up to 1‑month notice considered)

• Work with a supportive and collaborative team
• Potential long‑term opportunities
• Early finish on Fridays
• Immediate start available

📩 To apply, please send your CV or apply directly through CV‑Library