Repairs Manager - Housing

Salford Permanent £44,000 - £48,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Repairs Manager to lead our clients responsive repairs and maintenance service. You will be responsible for ensuring that all repairs are delivered efficiently, cost effectively, and to a high standard, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Competitve Salary
  • Attractive company benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a forward thinking housing provider committed to delivering safe, high quality homes and responsive repairs to our residents. They pride themselves on maintaining strong communities and ensuring our properties are well managed, compliant, and fit for purpose.

Job Description

  • Manage day to day delivery of responsive repairs (not internal DLO, work done by contractors)
  • Lead and support a team of contractors and administrative staff
  • Monitor performance against KPIs, ensuring targets for quality, cost, and timeliness are met
  • Oversee contractor performance, procurement, and contract management
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and housing standards
  • Handle complex or escalated repair issues and complaints
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to improve service delivery
  • Manage budgets and ensure value for money across all repairs activities



The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in a repairs or maintenance management role within housing or property services
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Good understanding of housing regulations, compliance, and health & safety requirements
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
  • Experience managing budgets and contractors



What's on Offer

  • Salary of £44k-£48k
  • Pension contribution
  • Healthcare benefits
  • 30 days annual leave
  • Annual pay increase of circa 3-4%
  • Hybrid working (2 days per week in office)
Contact
Sam Westhead
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6990669
Phone number
+44 161 829 0362

Job summary

Job function
Public Sector
Subsector
Property/Asset Manager
Sector
Property
Location
Salford
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Westhead
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0362
Job reference
JN-042026-6990669