Interim Director Property Operations

Michael Page; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the South West is seeking a Property Services Team Leader to oversee asset management and maintenance strategy. You will ensure high customer satisfaction by leading maintenance operations, complying with regulations, and managing budgets effectively. The ideal candidate has proven expertise in property management and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity for agile working within a reputable organization.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Agile working

Leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in property and asset management operations.
• Strong leadership skills in multi-discipline teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and improvements service for high customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulations.
• Exercise budgetary control and effective financial management.

Skills

Leadership in property management

Budgeting and financial management

Knowledge of property regulations

Team management

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Provide effective leadership to the Property Services Team, overseeing all aspects of customer-focused and cost-effective asset management and maintenance strategy and operations.

Effectively and proactively manage strategic and operational risks associated with asset management, including the health and safety of customers, staff and visitors in all premises owned by the organisation.

Client Details

My client is one of the South Wests largest independent housing associations, providing quality affordable homes to local people in housing need for more than 90 years. They manage over 2000 properties across this region.

Description

Lead an effective maintenance and improvements service which achieves high levels of customer satisfaction and value for money.

Ensure that all properties comply with all relevant legislation and regulation including the Regulator of Social Housing's Regulatory Standards, the Decent Homes Standard, the Housing Health & Safety Rating System and all applicable health & safety and CDM legislation.

Exercise budgetary control and effective financial management controls for the section and contribute to the development and implementation of robust budget setting and business planning processes within the organisation.

Lead on the continued development and implementation of our asset management strategy, including all aspects of current and future property needs including carbon reduction.

Develop and maintain an in depth understanding of the long‑term performance of the overall stock portfolio and the investment needs of individual and groups of properties. Ensure, including through our stock condition survey, that all property data is accurate, up-to-date and managed effectively.

Work closely with the Director of Finance & Resources to ensure that our 30-year business plan reflects the investment required in our homes and neighbourhoods.

Profile

• Proven expertise in property and asset management operations within social housing
• Strong leadership and management skills in overseeing multi discipline asset management teams
• Comprehensive knowledge of property regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience in developing and implementing operational strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate
• Opportunity to lead property operations within a reputable organisation.
• Agile working