Empty Homes Maintenance Lead: Safety & Compliance

Gentoo Group Limited; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Early finish on Fridays

Flexible and hybrid working

Health Cash Plan

Private healthcare access

Aviva pension scheme - Gentoo up to 10

Salary sacrifice electric vehicle

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Car mileage allowance

Life assurance cover 3x annual salary

Job summary

Gentoo Group in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Manager for our Property Maintenance Team. You will lead maintenance colleagues, ensure safe, compliant, efficient service, and help meet KPIs. A 36-hour week with Fridays finishing early supports a strong work-life balance.

We value collaboration and continuous improvement, with flexibility for occasional overtime and a relocation toward Eastgate Point later this year. A full UK driving licence and basic DBS are required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience in social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong organisation and planning abilities.
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Empty Homes Team and lead the team on compliance trades.
• Ensure value for money by efficient use of resources.
• Prioritise safety and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Encourage ideas and continuous improvement in daily work.
• Monitor productivity and help meet targets within agreed timescales.
• Oversee site management and check workmanship quality to meet Lettable standards.
• Plan and coordinate repairs in the correct order and ensure smooth execution.
• Inspect homes, outbuildings and gardens for defects and required repairs.
• Coordinate with specialist surveyors for specifications and guidance.
• Work with subcontractors to keep work on track within timescales.
• Arrange asbestos testing and coordinate follow-up site management.
• Collaborate with Housing Management to allocate empty homes promptly.
• Coordinate utilities and energy supplies during vacancies.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety regulations

Social housing repairs experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Flexibility and initiative

Job description

Gentoo Group in Sunderland is seeking an Assistant Manager for our Property Maintenance Team. You will lead maintenance colleagues, ensure safe, compliant, efficient service, and help meet KPIs. A 36-hour week with Fridays finishing early supports a strong work-life balance.

We value collaboration and continuous improvement, with flexibility for occasional overtime and a relocation toward Eastgate Point later this year. A full UK driving licence and basic DBS are required.