Maintenance Manager, London

Our client is seeking a highly skilled, technically driven Maintenance Manager to oversee engineering operations across two flagship student accommodation assets.

Working closely with senior leadership and on-site teams, you will take full responsibility for the performance, compliance, and continuous improvement of building services across both sites. Leading a team of engineers, you’ll play a key role in delivering a safe, efficient, and best-in-class living environment.

This is a high-profile position offering real ownership and influence, while remaining close to the day-to-day technical delivery. It’s ideally suited to someone who enjoys combining leadership with a hands-on approach, particularly from an M&E and electrical perspective.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong individual who thrives in a fast-paced, service-led environment and is looking to progress within a leading PBSA platform!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee maintenance and engineering operations across two PBSA sites
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of six engineers, driving a high-performance culture
• Take ownership of all M&E systems, with a strong focus on electrical infrastructure, compliance, and fault-finding
• Deliver and continuously improve PPM and reactive maintenance performance
• Ensure full statutory compliance, H&S adherence, and audit readiness
• Manage contractor performance, ensuring quality, safety, and value for money
• Work closely with operational teams to enhance resident experience and service delivery
• Monitor budgets, control expenditure, and identify efficiencies and asset improvements
• Support lifecycle planning, capital works, and ongoing improvements across the assets

Your Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Maintenance Manager or senior engineering role within PBSA, residential, hospitality, or similar environments
• Strong M&E background with a clear electrical bias (qualifications preferred)
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing engineering teams
• Strong knowledge of building services, statutory compliance, and health & safety
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a multi-site environment
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and contractor performance
• Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Hands-on, proactive approach with a focus on delivering high standards

Please call me on 07943157289 or connect with me on LinkedIn (Johan Keutcha) and send me a message there.