Head of Repairs and Maintenance
Essex
£80,000 - £85,000 + Package
Local Authority DLO
Outline:
Are you a strategic leader with a proven track record in housing repairs and maintenance? Regen Solutions is seeking a Head of Repairs and Maintenance for a leading property and environment services provider. This is a pivotal senior role responsible for directing all responsive repairs, voids, and compliance programs.
The Role:
Reporting directly to the Director, you will hold overarching accountability for the delivery of high-quality service, cost control, and contractual requirements. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team covering Repairs, Voids, Joinery, Glazing, the Call Centre, and critical Compliance functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Direct and plan all responsive repairs, project programs, and central depot functions.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure all works meet legislative standards (e.g., Gas, Electric, Asbestos) and maintain rigorous Health and Safety practices.
- Financial Oversight: Undertake costing, profitability, and productivity analysis to ensure schemes are delivered to time and value.
- Performance Management: Lead the staff appraisal scheme, drive training initiatives, and manage productivity incentive schemes through transparent audit trails.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with clients, local councillors, and Senior Management while ensuring high levels of resident satisfaction.
- Operational Excellence: Manage out-of-hours emergency services and deputize for the Director when required.
About You:
We are looking for a professional who embodies core service values and possesses the technical expertise to manage complex housing services.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience: A proven background in a management position responsible for housing repairs and maintenance services.
- Knowledge: Extensive understanding of Schedule of Rates, British Standards, and the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).
- Skills: Strong people management, ability to produce technical feasibility studies, and IT literacy.
- Leadership: Ability to coach and develop staff while managing multi-disciplinary projects.
- Logistics: A full valid driving licence and the willingness to attend meetings outside of normal working hours.
Desirable Attributes:
- Professional membership of or working towards a relevant professional qualification.
- Experience in tendering for third-party works, business cases, and contracts.
Why Join the Team?
The organization is dedicated to providing an environment where best practices are promoted and staff are empowered to deliver excellence.
Head of Repairs and Maintenance
Essex
£80,000 - £85,000 + Package
Local Authority DLO