Director - Residential Maintenance

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director to lead its residential maintenance operations across the UK. This role is pivotal in managing large teams and multi-million-pound budgets, ensuring the successful delivery of maintenance services. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and hands-on experience with health and safety compliance. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to enhancing residential communities and making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale residential maintenance programmes.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a large operational team focused on quality and safety.
• Manage a multi-million-pound budget for effective service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Project Planning

Health and Safety Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Director - Residential Maintenance, London

Client:

Higher Capital Executive

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

About Us:

We are working with a leading housing association that is growing and evolving its property services division. The organisation is dedicated to delivering exceptional maintenance and repairs services across residential communities in the southern UK. They are looking for a strong leader with a technical background to support large teams and deliver efficient services across the UK.

The Role:

We are seeking a driven and experienced Director to oversee a large-scale repairs and maintenance programme across the UK. This pivotal role involves managing a large direct team, overseeing multi-million-pound budgets, and ensuring the successful delivery of our operational commitments. As a key member of the Property Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire a large operational team, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Manage and optimise a multi-million-pound budget, ensuring cost-effective service delivery.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of large-scale residential maintenance projects.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with overall business objectives.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, industry standards, and legal requirements.
• Work closely with property management, asset teams, and external contractors to enhance service delivery.
• Track and report on key performance indicators, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Advocate for residents' needs, ensuring high customer satisfaction levels.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in managing large-scale residential maintenance and repairs programmes.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing large direct teams.
• Demonstrable success in managing multi-million-pound budgets.
• Exceptional planning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with health and safety compliance and industry standards.
• Strategic thinker with an innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.