Voids & Repairs Contracts Manager

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Voids & Repairs Contracts Manager in the West Midlands. This role involves overseeing property repairs and managing budgets within the social housing sector. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in similar roles and a full UK Driving Licence. The position offers an annual salary of £46,500, plus benefits including a car allowance and 34 days of annual leave.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing or private sector contracts.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Recent experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee repairs and void property turnover.
• Ensure tenant satisfaction and compliance.
• Manage repair budgets effectively.
• Conduct quality control with contractors.
• Improve processes in repairs and void management.

Skills

Leadership in voids works

Management of budgets

Collaboration with contractors

Understanding of repair processes

Project management

Job description

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Voids & Repairs Contracts Manager, West Midlands

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Client:

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions

Location:

West Midlands, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in the West Midlands, who are recruiting for a Voids and Repairs Contracts Manager on a permanent basis. The position is due to start as soon as possible, with an annual salary of £46,500 per annum plus £1600 car allowance or company van option.

The ideal candidate will have experience of leading voids works and repairs contracts within social housing and hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

Overseeing the delivery of repairs and the turnaround of void properties

Ensuring high levels of tenant satisfaction, maintaining compliance, and driving performance through robust contract and budget management

Reducing void property turnaround times with streamlined repairs and maintenance scheduling

Managing repair budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness

Ensuring all repairs works and maintenance activities are conducted within regulations and standards

Undertaking quality control with operatives and contractors, while assuring their resources are allocated effectively

Meeting regularly with external contractors to deal with any potential issues

Dealing with complaints appropriately and in accordance with company policies and the Housing Ombudsman

Identifying opportunities for process improvement in void properties and repairs processes

Experience & Skills required:

Experience of working in a similar role within the Social Housing Sector or private sector

Strong understanding of repair and maintenance processes

Skills in managing budgets and controlling costs effectively

Ability to collaborate with external contractors and in house team, ensuring quality service

Experience in managing repair and maintenance projects from start to finish

Skill in efficiently distributing labour, materials, and equipment

Rewards and Benefits:

34 days annual leave, including bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Working hours:

37 hours per week

Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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