Deputy Housing Manager

Search Consultancy LTD; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing organisation is seeking a Deputy Housing Manager to ensure the smooth delivery of housing services in Arbroath. Responsibilities include managing properties, assisting with tenancy matters, and supervising staff. Candidates should have strong communication skills, some experience in housing or care, and the ability to manage sensitive situations effectively. Qualifications in Housing are desirable, while basic IT and organizational skills are required. This position offers flexibility in working hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and numerical skills are essential.
• Experience within housing or care is advantageous.
• Confidence in handling sensitive situations is key.

Responsibilities

• Support management of residential properties and communal areas.
• Assist with new tenant sign-ups and maintenance issues.
• Maintain accurate records using internal systems.

Skills

Strong written, verbal and numerical skills

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Experience within housing, care, or similar

Confidence working with a wide range of people

Basic IT skills

Previous supervisory experience

Education

Qualification in Housing or a related discipline

Job description

Deputy Housing Manager

An established housing organisation is seeking a Deputy Housing Manager to support the day-to‑day delivery of a high‑quality housing and facilities service. The role supports the Manager in ensuring properties, communal areas and associated services are well managed, safe and welcoming, while providing supervision of staff when required.

Working Hours

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am - 5:30pm, with flexibility to cover annual leave and holidays when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management of residential properties and communal areas, ensuring maintenance, repairs and safety checks are completed in line with service standards
• Assist with tenancy management, including new tenant sign-ups, inspections, inventory checks and maintenance issues.
• Provide advice and support to tenants tenancy‑related matters
• Act as the lead point of contact in the Manager's absence, supervising staff & casual workers
• Liaise with contractors and internal teams regarding maintenance, health & safety and service delivery
• Maintain accurate records using internal systems and IT systems
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and incidents in line with procedures

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong written, verbal and numerical skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload with minimal supervision
• Experience within housing, care, or similar is advantageous
• Confidence working with a wide range of people and handling sensitive situations professionally
• Basic IT skills, including email and record keeping
• Previous supervisory experience is desirable but not essential

Qualifications

• Qualification in Housing or a related discipline (e.g. HNC / SVQ Level 2 or equivalent) - desirable

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.