Estate Services Manager – Building Services & Maintenance South West London (Brixton / Stockwell area)
12-Week Temporary Assignment
PAYE £19.35 per hour | Umbrella £25.20 per hour
Start Date: 23 February 2026
70% On-Site / 30% Office or WFH
Inside IR35
Ribble Recruitment is supporting a Housing Association with the recruitment of an Estate Services Manager – Building Services & Maintenance on a 12-week interim basis to cover a vacant budgeted post.
This role covers South West London and will involve direct operational management of estate cleaning services.
The RoleYou will be responsible for leading and managing estate cleaning services across a defined patch, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, health & safety compliance, and service delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
*Line managing 13 cleaners (primarily static sites with some mobile rounds)
*Overseeing service performance, quality assurance, and standards monitoring
*Managing rota planning, absence, and performance issues
*Conducting site inspections and ensuring compliance
*Coordinating cleaning operations across estates
*Working closely with internal stakeholders within Assets & Sustainability
*Managing use of a newly provided service van
This is a hands-on, operational leadership role requiring strong presence on site.
Candidate Requirements*Previous experience managing cleaning or estate services teams
*Experience within housing, local authority, or social housing environments
*Strong people management and performance management skills
*Knowledge of H&S and compliance standards
*Full UK driving licence
Interview Process*Formal on-site interview in Stockwell (SW8)
*Target interview date: 23 February 2026
Compliance Requirements*Right to work in the UK
*2 years’ references/work history
*Confidentiality agreement
*Criminal convictions declaration