Property Services Manager
Job description
We are proud to be partnering with a specialist care organisation who put people at the heart of everything they do. They are looking to appoint a Property Services Manager on a permanent basis.
The role is a full time position, based in Birmingham with a salary of £50,000 per annum.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Social Housing and a versatile background covering all areas of Property Services.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Line managing a DLO of seven which includes an Electrician, Plumber, two Multi Trade Operatives, Carpenter, Grounds Worker and an Assistant Grounds Worker, allocating workloads, monitoring performance, and ensuring safe systems of work are applied
Carrying out the day-to-day management of responsive repairs, ensuring works are completed to specification, within budget and timescales
Overseeing and managing the voids process, carrying out inspections, preparing specifications, and ensuring quick turnaround to lettable standards
Completing quality checks and post-inspections on repairs and void works, addressing defects and maintaining high service standards
Planning, coordinating, and delivering cyclical and planned maintenance programmes, carrying out surveys, scheduling works, and managing contractors
Ensuring statutory compliance across housing stock and nursing homes, including gas, electrical, fire safety, legionella, and asbestos, with accurate record-keeping
Carrying out regular health & safety inspections, risk assessments, and audits, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, HSE requirements, and internal policies
Managing the vehicle fleet (four to five vans), coordinating servicing, MOTs, repairs, and ensuring safe, efficient use
Controlling budgets effectively, forecasting spend, authorising invoices, and achieving cost savings through procurement and resource management
Liaising with tenants, residents, and care home managers, resolving property issues, investigating complaints, and maintaining a customer-focused approach
Managing external contractors and consultants, tendering works, assessing performance, and ensuring compliance with quality and contractual standards
Producing reports, KPIs, and performance data for senior management, highlighting risks, achievements, and opportunities for improvement
Experience required:
A strong knowledge and understanding of Social Housing is required
Must be good at using IT systems
Need to have a people focused attitude, being present
Working hours:
35 hours per week
Monday – Friday
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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