£40K/yr to £45K/yr
London, England
Permanent, Variable

Repairs Maintenance Manager

Posted by Employment Group.

  • Hybrid role ( x2 days in the office)
  • 40-45k
  • Experience within social housing industry

Job Purpose:

To oversee and coordinate all repair and maintenance activities across a mixed portfolio of properties, ensuring the efficient completion of tasks to meet established standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves managing properties accommodating customers with a range of support needs and working collaboratively with the Customer Contact Centre, internal teams, and external contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversight and Coordination:

  • Assume day-to-day responsibility for all repair and maintenance activities across all tenures (Supported, Unsupported, Intermediate, and Market Rent).

  • Ensure timely and efficient completion of repairs and maintenance tasks.

  • Collaborate with the Customer Contact Centre to facilitate smooth operations.

  • Technical Expertise and Escalation:

  • Provide technical expertise for repair and maintenance tasks.

  • Act as the lead escalation point for Contractor Management and Commercial Meetings.

  • Reporting and Management:

  • Report weekly to the Head of Repairs and Voids Maintenance on Contractor Performance, Invoice Processing, and Customer Satisfaction.

  • Maintain line management responsibility for the Repairs and Voids Property Inspector, Repairs & Invoice Admin, and further administrative staff development.

  • Operational Duties:

  • Instigate and approve orders.

  • Ensure quality assurance and oversee works delivery.

  • Manage contractors and handle complaints and queries.

  • Uphold health and safety standards.

  • Team Development:

  • Contribute to the development of colleagues through training and guidance.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

  • Customer Service Commitment:

  • Demonstrable commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

  • Ability to promote best practices in Repairs, Voids, and Asset Management.

  • Technical Experience:

  • Experience in specifying Repairs and void works.

  • Background in a building/construction environment with knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and Repairs & Maintenance.

  • Communication and Influence:

  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

  • Proven ability to influence and gain credibility with senior stakeholders and customers.

  • Continuous Professional Development:

  • Commitment to regular CPD (Continuing Personal Development) in construction-related subjects.

  • IT Proficiency:

  • Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office (minimum Intermediate level).

  • Other Duties:

  • Perform any other duties as reasonably requested by the line manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Enhanced DBS:

  • Possession of an enhanced DBS is preferred (can be arranged if not already held).

Personal Attributes:

  • Exceptional organisational skills.
  • Technical expertise in the field.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.