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Change Housing: Repairs Manager

Michael Page

West Bromwich

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 49,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player in social housing is seeking a Repairs Manager to enhance their operational delivery of responsive repairs and voids. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations, manage contractor relationships, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Your leadership will be crucial in guiding the repairs team to meet service standards while managing budgets and project outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization dedicated to providing high-quality housing solutions that prioritize people. If you are passionate about making a difference in the housing sector, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Private healthcare benefits
Competitive pension contributions

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a similar role within Social Housing.
  • Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day to day repairs & voids operations.
  • Manage contractor and customer relationships effectively.

Skills

Leadership
Communication Skills
Budget Management
Health & Safety Compliance
Customer Service Orientation

Job description

About Our Client

At Change Housing, they're driven by the belief that everyone deserves a safe, secure, and well-maintained home. As a forward-thinking social housing provider, they're committed to delivering high-quality housing solutions that put people first. Change are growing, and are now looking for a Repairs Manager to help them raise the bar even higher.

Change Housing have successfully secured a contract with a housing provider in West Bromwich, they will take full responsibility for the day to day repairs operations and compliance. As Repairs Manager, you'll lead the operational delivery of responsive repairs & voids across housing stock in The Midlands. You'll manage external contractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Job Description

  • Oversee day to day repairs & voids operations
  • Manage contractor and customer relationships
  • Lead and support the repairs team to meet service standards
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety and legal requirements
  • Monitor budgets, schedules and project outcomes
  • Reporting to Head Of Assets

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in a similar role within Social Housing
  • Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to manage budgets and contractor performance effectively
  • A customer first approach to service delivery

What's on Offer

  • Salary of £42-49k per annum
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Private healthcare benefits
  • Competitive pension contributions
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