Operations Director

Fortus Recruitment Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Essex is seeking a Director of Repairs to lead their DLO team. The role involves managing substantial budgets, overseeing contracts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in repairs contracts, strong leadership skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and the potential for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of large day to day repairs contracts.
• Proven experience in overseeing significant budgets.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage substantial budgets and oversee contracts.
• Lead internal teams and external contractors.
• Engage directly with communities to address concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Contract oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

Overview

Up to GBP99,000 Plus Package and Benefits

Our client, a large local authority based in Essex, are looking for a Director of Repairs to head up their DLO team. They currently deliver a robust repairs & maintenance service to 18,000 homes in Essex.

The Role

Within this role You will have responsibility for managing substantial budgets, overseeing contracts, and ensuring our resources are deployed effectively. You will lead both internal teams and external contractors, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and safety standards. Building and maintaining strong relationships with residents, contractors, and other key stakeholders will be crucial. You will engage directly with our communities to address their concerns, promote a resident–focused approach, and make a tangible difference to the lives of those living in our borough.

Your team will consist of operations managers, health and safety, office staff and a large direct labour team.

The Candidate

My client are seeking someone who has extensive knowledge of large day to day repairs contracts. You will have proven experience in overseeing significant budgets, managing complex contracts, and implementing strategies that enhance service delivery and efficiency.

Strong leadership and people management skills are essential. You will be adept at motivating and developing teams and be experienced in working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders. Operating in a politically led environment, you will need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to make data–driven decisions that influence positive change.

About the Opportunity

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast growing business with a great reputation. They are offering a great salary & package along with good opportunities of career progression should you perform well.

If this role is of interest please apply directly or contact Danny Mangan for more information

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