Full job descriptionFacilities Lead

Battersea, South West London - £40,000 - £45,000 per annum - Permanent, Full-Time

Predominantly Monday to Friday, with some weekend and out-of-hours responsibilities
The Opportunity

We’re working with a prestigious luxury residential retirement development in Battersea that is looking to appoint a Facilities Lead to oversee the day-to-day maintenance and facilities operations across its impressive site.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Facilities Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor or hands-on Facilities professional looking to take greater ownership of a varied and rewarding role.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring the development is maintained to an exceptional standard, combining practical maintenance, contractor management, compliance and team supervision with outstanding customer service.

A key part of the position is building positive relationships with residents, ensuring maintenance issues are dealt with promptly, professionally and with genuine care.

Key Responsibilities
*Oversee day-to-day reactive maintenance and facilities operations across the development.
*Carry out general handyman duties, basic repairs, maintenance and fault finding where required.
*Supervise and coordinate the workload of a Maintenance Assistant.
*Act as the main site contact for external maintenance contractors and the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) provider.
*Monitor maintenance schedules, statutory inspections and compliance documentation.
*Ensure reported faults and maintenance requests are prioritised, tracked and resolved effectively.
*Support the safe operation and maintenance of building services, plant equipment, swimming pool and spa facilities.
*Coordinate maintenance, repairs and refurbishment works within residential apartments and communal areas.
*Assist with preparing properties for resale, including contractor coordination, snagging and quality inspections.
*Maintain accurate maintenance records, compliance checks and health and safety documentation.
*Respond professionally to resident queries, providing clear communication and updates on ongoing works.
*Support emergency maintenance arrangements and ensure appropriate contractors are engaged when required.
What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to speak with candidates who have a strong background in facilities or building maintenance, ideally within residential property, hospitality, retirement living, healthcare or another high-quality, customer-focused environment.

You’ll ideally bring:
*Previous experience in facilities management, maintenance supervision or a similar hands-on role.
*Good practical maintenance skills, including general repairs, basic plumbing, decorating and fault diagnosis.
*Experience coordinating planned and reactive maintenance.
*Knowledge of building services, statutory compliance and health and safety requirements.
*Experience managing contractors, suppliers and external maintenance providers.
*Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple maintenance requests.
*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine customer-service mindset.
*A proactive, practical approach and willingness to get involved in day-to-day maintenance tasks.
*Confidence supervising others and taking ownership of maintenance activities.
*Good IT skills and experience maintaining accurate operational records.
An IOSH qualification, relevant facilities or engineering qualification, and experience within a regulated or residential environment would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?
*£40,000 starting salary, with a proposed increase to £45,000 following successful completion of a three-month probation period, subject to confirmation.
*Permanent position within a prestigious luxury residential development.
*Opportunity to take ownership of a varied facilities and maintenance function.
*Responsibility for supervising a small maintenance team and coordinating specialist contractors.
*A supportive management structure and established external PPM provider.
*An interesting working environment where your contribution directly improves residents’ day-to-day experience.
*Opportunities to develop your facilities leadership and technical experience.
Interested?

If you’re an experienced, hands-on facilities or maintenance professional who takes pride in delivering high standards and enjoys working in a people-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact George Jackson at IMT Resourcing for a confidential discussion.