Property Repairs Manager
| Posting date: | 30 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25.00 to £25.20 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 June 2025 |
| Location: | Rugby Borough Council |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | SOHLREMIT LIMITED |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | SOHLREC297 |
Summary
To lead and manage the delivery of effective and efficient property repairs and maintenance services across the Council’s estate, including housing, civic buildings, and other Council-owned properties. The postholder will ensure repairs are carried out in a timely, cost-effective manner and meet regulatory standards, health and safety requirements, and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Service Management:
Oversee day-to-day operations of the property repairs service, ensuring a responsive and high-quality approach to planned and reactive maintenance.
• Team Leadership:
Lead a multidisciplinary team of operatives, contractors, and supervisors. Provide clear direction, support staff development, and ensure high levels of morale and performance.
• Contractor Oversight:
Manage external contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, KPIs, and health & safety legislation.
• Budget and Resource Management:
Monitor and control budgets related to repair works. Ensure resources are allocated effectively and spending is within approved limits.
• Customer Service:
Maintain a customer-focused approach to repairs. Resolve complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Compliance and Safety:
Ensure all property repairs and maintenance activities comply with relevant legislation (including health and safety, building regulations, and housing standards).
• Reporting and Improvement:
Maintain accurate records and performance reports. Contribute to service reviews and improvement plans to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Proven experience in property maintenance or building repairs management
• Strong understanding of housing standards, health & safety, and property compliance requirements
• Experience in managing teams and contractor relationships
• Budget management and cost control skills
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• IT proficiency, particularly in maintenance management systems
Desirable:
• Relevant technical qualification (e.g., HNC in Building Studies or equivalent)
• Previous local authority or public sector experience
• Knowledge of asset management principles and sustainability in property maintenance
This role requires occasional site visits and flexibility in working hours to respond to emergencies or critical repairs. A valid UK driving licence is desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
• Service Management:
Oversee day-to-day operations of the property repairs service, ensuring a responsive and high-quality approach to planned and reactive maintenance.
• Team Leadership:
Lead a multidisciplinary team of operatives, contractors, and supervisors. Provide clear direction, support staff development, and ensure high levels of morale and performance.
• Contractor Oversight:
Manage external contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, KPIs, and health & safety legislation.
• Budget and Resource Management:
Monitor and control budgets related to repair works. Ensure resources are allocated effectively and spending is within approved limits.
• Customer Service:
Maintain a customer-focused approach to repairs. Resolve complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Compliance and Safety:
Ensure all property repairs and maintenance activities comply with relevant legislation (including health and safety, building regulations, and housing standards).
• Reporting and Improvement:
Maintain accurate records and performance reports. Contribute to service reviews and improvement plans to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Person Specification:
Essential:
• Proven experience in property maintenance or building repairs management
• Strong understanding of housing standards, health & safety, and property compliance requirements
• Experience in managing teams and contractor relationships
• Budget management and cost control skills
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• IT proficiency, particularly in maintenance management systems
Desirable:
• Relevant technical qualification (e.g., HNC in Building Studies or equivalent)
• Previous local authority or public sector experience
• Knowledge of asset management principles and sustainability in property maintenance
This role requires occasional site visits and flexibility in working hours to respond to emergencies or critical repairs. A valid UK driving licence is desirable.