Site Manager – Planned Internal Refits (Social Housing)

Wates Smartspace; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Property Services (WPS) is recruiting a Site Manager to join the Planned Maintenance team, delivering internal social housing works across Swadlincote and Derby, with a focus on kitchens, bathrooms and Aids & Adaptations in live occupied homes.

You will lead day‑to‑day management of planned internal works, coordinate sub‑contractors and ensure safety, quality and resident experience, with handovers on completion. SMSTS/SSSTS, full UK driving licence and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within planned social housing works.
• Strong background in internal workstreams, ideally Aids & Adaptations
• Experience working in live occupied environments
• Confident managing sub‑contractors and multi‑trade teams
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualified
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day management of planned internal works across multiple properties
• Oversee Aids & Adaptations, kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes
• Manage and coordinate sub‑contractors, operatives and suppliers
• Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety, quality and programme requirements
• Maintain accurate site records, job packs and progress reporting
• Carry out site inspections, quality checks and toolbox talks
• Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams and Resident Liaison Officers
• Ensure works are delivered with minimal disruption to residents in occupied homes
• Support successful handover and completion of works

Skills

Site Manager

Live occupied environments

Sub-contractors management

Multi-trade teams

SSSTS/SMSTS

Full UK driving licence

Communication skills

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS certification

Job description

Wates Property Services (WPS) is recruiting a Site Manager to join the Planned Maintenance team, delivering internal social housing works across Swadlincote and Derby, with a focus on kitchens, bathrooms and Aids & Adaptations in live occupied homes.

You will lead day‑to‑day management of planned internal works, coordinate sub‑contractors and ensure safety, quality and resident experience, with handovers on completion. SMSTS/SSSTS, full UK driving licence and strong communication are essential.