Change Housing: Repairs Manager

Michael Page; Salford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social housing is seeking a Repairs Manager to enhance their operations. This role involves overseeing daily repairs and voids, managing contractor relationships, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With a focus on delivering high-quality housing solutions, the ideal candidate will have a customer-first approach and proven experience in the sector. Join a forward-thinking organization that values safety and quality, and contribute to their mission of providing secure homes for all. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private health care 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.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and legal requirements.

Skills

Social Housing R&M

Health & Safety Compliance

Leadership Skills

Budget Management

Customer Service

Job description

• Competitive Salary
• Attractive company benefits

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 are looking a candidate with experience in Social Housing R&M to take full responsibility for the day to day repairs operations and compliance for housing stock across Manchester. As Repairs Manager, you'll lead the operational delivery of responsive repairs & voids across housing stock, manage external contractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest 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 £42.5-48k per annum
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private health care benefits
• Competitive pension contributions