Manchester City Council
Site Manager
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Working Hours
35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type
Full-Time (Temporary 12 Months)
Closing Date & Closing Time
11.59pm, 18 September 2026
Interview Method
Face to Face
Legal Right to Work
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action
This role is subject to -
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
About the Role
An exciting temporary opportunity has arisen for a resident site manager for The St John's Gardens private residential development (172 apartments) in the heart of Manchester city centre near the Science Museum. The role requires extensive liaison with visiting contractors Including monitoring their work, together with maintaining the established gardens in conjunction with residents and carrying out basic maintenance and repairs. A recently refurbished, rent-free apartment is provided with the role as the post holder will be required to reside full time on site.
About The Team/Service
The post holder will be part of the Development and Investment Team within the Growth and Development Directorate. The team is responsible for the management of all MCC owned Investment Estate property assets, which includes the St John's Gardens development.
For an informal discussion
Please contact the hiring manager, Andrew Hamer, at 07774 005733 and andrew.hamer@manchester.gov.uk to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.
About The Candidate
We would love to hear from you if you have experience of:
Essential Requirements for the Role
- Communication skills - Demonstrates an understanding of the views of others and communicates in a realistic and practical manner using appropriate language and medium, listens attentively to views and issues of others and responds to issues arising.
- Analytical Skills - Ability to engage with stakeholders to identify information needs and to know how to go about obtaining the relevant information.
- Planning and Organising - Demonstrate the ability to organize multiple tasks in the most effective way, and allocate time and energy according to task complexity and priority
- Problem Solving and Decision Making - Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgement in escalating issues where necessary. Be logical in thinking and explain reasoning behind decisions or actions taken
- Creative Skills - Ability to think creatively and provide innovative solutions to problems. Has ability to develop new approaches to finding solutions outside of existing parameters.
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Desirable Requirements that Would be Useful in this Role
The hours of the service are normally Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm however, the post holder will need to be willing to work flexibly, including some evenings and occasional weekends, to meet the needs of the service.
Ability to use basic hand tools and physically able to lift and carry equipment and materials.
Working for Manchester City Council
Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city that leads change and improves lives. Whether you’re supporting communities or improving public services, you’ll help create opportunities and shape a better future for everyone
Benefits We Offer
- Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’ service
- Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
- Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave
- A 35-hour work week for full-time roles
- We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
- The UK’s largest local government pension scheme
- Enhanced parental and carers leave
- Employee discounts and perks
- Good Employment Charter member
For more information about working for Manchester Council, please visit Careers - Manchester City Council
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
Requirements
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition
- Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?
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We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering
- A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
- Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
- A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
What We Will Need From You If You're Successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.
Other Relevant Information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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