Repairs Manager

HQN Ltd; Quarrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

North Kesteven District Council invites applications for a Property Management professional to lead the repairs and maintenance function for Council tenants.

The role requires leadership, budget oversight, and delivery of construction-related projects within the regulatory framework. A strong understanding of damp and mould is essential. Closing date 11 October 2026, interview 20 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in building management or substantial equivalent experience.
• Ability to effectively lead a team.
• Budget management and financial reporting; understanding of contracts using a schedule of rates.
• Deliver and manage construction related projects.
• Solid understanding of damp & mould and Awaabs Law.

Responsibilities

• Delivering an efficient repairs and maintenance service.
• Managing regulatory and health and safety legislation compliance.
• Relationship management with the customer and third party contractor.
• Ensuring continuous improvement in tenant satisfaction and service.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Contracts

Project delivery

Damp & mould awareness

Education

Building management qualification

Job description

D1 – £50,006 – £55,074 per annum (this includes 13% market supplement)

North Kesteven District Council is seeking an experienced professional to join the Property Management team; This post puts you at the heart of a department which is critical in the delivery of the Council’s services through providing effective repairs and maintenance to Council tenants homes.

Job Requirements

• A Professional qualification in building management or similar OR substantial experience within this working environment may be considered as equivalent
• Ability to effectively lead a team
• Budget management and financial reporting. Good understanding of Contracts using a schedule of rates.
• Deliver and manage construction related projects
• A solid understanding of damp & mould and Awaabs Law

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering an efficient repairs and maintenance service
• Managing regulatory and health and safety legislation compliance
• Relationship management with the customer and third party contractor
• Ensuring continuous improvement in tenant satisfaction and service

Key Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Competent across all aspects of repairs and maintenance
• Highly organised and dynamic, with the commitment to ensure the department succeeds
• A team player who can contribute to the success of the Directorate
• Natural leader and proven ability to solve technical problems

You will be required to apply a high level of conscientiousness when carrying out this role, to support the delivery of the Repairs and Maintenance department at a management level and show an appreciation of the contribution local government can make to the welfare of the people living, working, and visiting the district.

The closing date for all applications is 11 October 2026

The interview date will be 20 October 2026