Head of Repairs in Peterborough

Head of Repairs

Location: Hybrid, with a weekly presence in either our Milton Keynes, Rushden or Peterborough office.

Contract: Permanent, full time.

Salary: £85,521 per year (plus car user allowance).

Working hours: 36.25 hours (Monday to Friday 8:45am – 5pm).

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Management, Project Management, and Strategy/Planning.

Industries: Non‑profit Organizations, Civic and Social Organizations, and Construction.

Snapshot of your role

• Collaborate with senior management, Heads of Service, and Regional Directors to shape service delivery and organisational priorities.
• Oversee the delivery of repairs and maintenance, managing contractors, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement effective resourcing strategies, including apprenticeships and professional development, to support business growth.
• Ensure budgets, cash flow, and financial controls are accurately managed and aligned with business plans.
• Analyse KPIs, customer feedback, and complaints to maintain service quality and take corrective action where needed.
• Implement health and safety policies, ensure legal compliance, and manage risk across all operations.

What we’re looking for

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience, with senior‑level experience in a maintenance organisation.
• Experience managing a large remote team and delivering cost‑effective operational services.
• Strong understanding of health and safety, risk compliance, and budget management.
• Interest in housing and empathy with the aims of Amplius.
• Ability to empower and engage colleagues, inspire confidence and trust, and adapt to change.
• Personable, flexible, and able to apply operational and strategic thinking to achieve better outcomes.

A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.

We do not provide visa sponsorship; you must be eligible to work in the UK, reside in the UK for the duration of your employment and provide Right to Work evidence.

Closing: 4 January.

Phone screening: 8 January.

Interviews: 16 January.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities.