Reactive Housing Repairs Contracts Lead (Temporary)

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Reading; Presencial; GBP 28.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Reed Specialist Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a public sector client in Reading for an experienced Contracts Manager. The role focuses on leading a high-volume reactive repairs service within Housing Repairs and Property Services, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery.

The post involves managing operational teams, contractors and subcontractors, maintaining performance, and providing continuity during a period of cover. 4 days per week on-site in Reading.

Formación

• Substantial experience managing reactive repairs services.
• Background in social housing, local authority or contractor-led maintenance.
• Strong contractor and subcontractor management experience.
• Proven ability to lead operational teams in fast-paced settings.
• Experience monitoring budgets, resources and service performance.
• Sound knowledge of housing repairs operations and H&S compliance.
• Using KPIs and data to drive service improvements.
• Ability to quickly establish credibility and make an impact.

Responsabilidades

• Lead high-volume reactive repairs service delivery across housing properties.
• Manage supervisors, trade operatives and support staff for effective service delivery.
• Oversee contractors and subcontractors to ensure safe, timely work to standard.
• Monitor KPIs and address underperformance; support budget monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across repairs and maintenance.
• Coordinate with internal teams for responsive, customer-focused service.
• Provide management continuity during long-term absence of substantive post holder.

Conocimientos

Reactive repairs

Social housing

Local authority

Contractor management

Subcontractor management

Health and safety

Budget monitoring

KPIs

Team leadership

Performance data

Descripción del empleo

Reed Specialist Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a public sector client in Reading for an experienced Contracts Manager. The role focuses on leading a high-volume reactive repairs service within Housing Repairs and Property Services, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery.

The post involves managing operational teams, contractors and subcontractors, maintaining performance, and providing continuity during a period of cover. 4 days per week on-site in Reading.