Repairs & Compliance Team Leader

Posted 25 September 2026
Salary £44,000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Property
Reference229855
Contact NameLouis Joannou

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in North West London, who are recruiting for a Compliance and Repairs Team Leader on a permanent contract. The position is due to start immediately, and the salary is £44,000 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have experience in maintenance services, resident engagement, compliance, budgeting and risk management, with strong communication, analytical and organisational skills. Knowledge of property services, H&S, and regulatory requirements.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Lead the repairs and maintenance service, ensuring high-quality customer service, effective repairs allocation, contractor performance and tenant satisfaction

  • Manage works, voids and maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement, contractual, financial and service standard

  • Manage maintenance budgets, expenditure and value for money, providing regular financial and performance reporting

  • Oversee gas safety, fire, asbestos, electrical and wider health and safety compliance, ensuring accurate records and regulatory requirements are met

  • Lead and support staff, contractors and stakeholders, maintaining effective partnerships, visiting schemes and providing flexible out-of-hours support

Experience required:

  • Managing contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance

  • Managing budgets and expenditure

  • Identifying and managing risk

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Strong organisational, analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to meet deadlines

  • Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation and people-management skills

  • Commitment to resident involvement and delivering high-quality customer service

  • Knowledge of maintenance, property services, H&S legislation, ICT and regulatory requirements; a recognised housing qualification is desirable

Rewards and Benefits:

  • Hybrid working

  • Flexible working days

Working hours:

  • 35 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday

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.

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