Lead Repairs & Maintenance Services for Housing

Leicestershire County Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham City Council Housing Services is seeking an experienced Repairs Service Manager to lead maintenance and repairs across planned works, M&E, and responsive programmes, ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused outcomes for tenants.

You will manage a team of trades and contractors, monitor performance, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver value for money while maintaining high standards across Nottingham’s homes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing trade operatives in a social housing environment.
• Track record of delivering continuous improvement within a social housing context.
• Strong health and safety management experience.
• Ability to manage and motivate staff with a culture of trust and respect.
• Ability to manage complex projects and budgets effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to engage at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of high-quality maintenance and repairs across planned works, Mechanical & Electrical, responsive repairs or insourced programmes.
• Lead and support a team of trade colleagues and contractors, driving performance and value for money.
• Monitor delivery against targets and ensure works are completed on time, within budget and to high standards.
• Provide on-site leadership, promote safe working practices and foster strong relationships with residents and stakeholders.

Skills

Trade management

Continuous improvement

Health & safety

People management

Project & budget management

Communication

Job description

Nottingham City Council Housing Services is seeking an experienced Repairs Service Manager to lead maintenance and repairs across planned works, M&E, and responsive programmes, ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused outcomes for tenants.

You will manage a team of trades and contractors, monitor performance, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver value for money while maintaining high standards across Nottingham’s homes.