Site Manager – Social Housing Maintenance (Canvey Island)

Wates; Benfleet; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Property Services in Canvey Island, Essex, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a long-term planned maintenance programme across occupied social housing. You will manage subcontractors, direct labour and specialist trades on site, coordinating daily operations to hit programme targets and ensure safety and quality.

This role requires strong stakeholder engagement with residents and client representatives, hands-on site leadership, and thorough documentation of

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in planned maintenance, refurbishment or social housing.
• Experience managing works within occupied residential environments.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Managing subcontractors, direct labour and specialist trades on site.
• Planning and coordinating daily site operations to hit programme targets.
• Monitoring quality, programme and health & safety performance across all works.
• Conducting site inspections, audits and compliance checks.
• Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with procedures, client requirements and regulations.
• Managing site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspections and progress records.
• Building relationships with residents, client representatives and internal stakeholders.
• Supporting resident-focused delivery by working with tenant liaison and customer service teams.
• Managing materials, resources and site logistics effectively.
• Producing site reports, progress updates and programme information for management.
• Promoting a positive culture focused on safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Site management

Planned maintenance

Social housing

Team supervision

Job description

Wates Property Services in Canvey Island, Essex, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a long-term planned maintenance programme across occupied social housing. You will manage subcontractors, direct labour and specialist trades on site, coordinating daily operations to hit programme targets and ensure safety and quality.

This role requires strong stakeholder engagement with residents and client representatives, hands-on site leadership, and thorough documentation of