Head of Repairs

We have an incredible opportunity to join us as our Head of Repairs! You will manage the overall inhouse team comprising of repairs technicians, grounds maintenance operatives and office staff. You will work with stakeholders in developing our repairs and maintenance strategy for all our property portfolio and business activities.

We own and manage c.7,500 homes in the east of England, working closely with other agencies and stakeholders within our communities. We build on the good foundations we have in place in being a customer-centric organisation, investing in our existing homes - including our zero-carbon journey - as well as building new homes.

Outline of Key Responsibilities...

• Responsibility for the frontline delivery of our key resident facing areas of repairs and grounds maintenance
• To assist in reviewing and updating every year the Asset Management strategies and priorities for the short, medium, and long term, in accordance with available resources and consultation with stakeholders and tenants in relation to repairs and maintenance
• Assist the Assistant Director of Asset Management with the creation and delivery of our ‘one common goal’ approach to deliver continually better services to our residents
• To take responsibility for effective budget, staff resource and performance management to ensure operational delivery within designated budgets, KPI’s and targets
• You will lead on researching and implementing solutions to problems that allow us to deliver products and services more innovatively

We are looking for someone who has...

• RICS or CIOB qualified or extensive experience in a similar senior role in repairs management
• Experience of leading large inhouse teams
• Experience in preparing and presenting complex reports
• Experience in managing large budgets
• Extensive knowledge of legislation and best practice concerning repairs, property related health and safety as well as employee health and safety
• A full UK driving licence

In return, we are offering...

• An annual salary of £65,592.83 plus a car allowance of £1,545 per annum
• Annual Leave - 28 days per year, (plus bank holidays) increasing to 32 days when you reach your 3rd year with us. To give greater flexibility around your holidays you can also buy, sell or carry over up to 5 days of annual leave each year
• Pension – between 7% - 12% dependant on individual contribution
• Life assurance - a payment of X3 your salary.
• Annual Flu Jab - provided each winter to all employees.
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - plus we currently have free electric charging points
• Competitive medical cashback plan

"At Havebury we operate a no closing date policy and evaluate candidates upon application. Therefore please apply without delay."

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.