Job Title: Repairs Manager - Permanent
Location: Bedfordshire (Hybrid - office attendance no less than once per month)
Salary: £52,413 - £56,675 per annum pro rata + £5,500 market supplement per annum pro rata
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced, proactive Repairs Manager to lead the delivery of all responsive maintenance activity across a housing portfolio. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring that all buildings are safe, legally compliant, and maintained to consistently high standards. You will oversee day-to-day repairs, contractor performance, and procurement activity, ensuring value for money and excellent outcomes for residents.
Working closely with internal teams, external contractors, and partner agencies, you will play a central role in maintaining high levels of tenant satisfaction, prompt repairs delivery, and the effective management of communal areas, building services, and landlord responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of responsive maintenance services across the housing portfolio.
- Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and health & safety requirements (including fire safety, gas, electrical, legionella, and building compliance).
- Monitor and manage repairs timescales, KPIs, contractor SLAs, and performance.
- Manage departmental budgets, ensuring sound financial control and value for money.
- Oversee procurement activity, contract mobilisation, and ongoing supplier management.
- Ensure communal areas and shared services are maintained to high, safe standards.
- Put resident satisfaction at the heart of service delivery, resolving issues promptly and effectively.
About You:
- Strong leadership and team-management skills, with the ability to drive performance.
- Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- In-depth understanding of statutory compliance, landlord obligations, and building safety regulations.
- Experience in block management, residential property management, or social/temporary accommodation management.
- Proven ability to manage contractors, SLAs, procurement processes, and performance monitoring.
- Strong budget management skills and experience reporting on cost control and expenditure.
- Confidence working with housing management, compliance, or FM systems.
- Relevant qualification in facilities management, property services, or building maintenance (desirable but not essential if backed by strong experience).
Essential Requirements:
- A proven background in a management position responsible for housing repairs and maintenance services.
- Extensive understanding of Schedules of Rates, British Standards, and the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974).
- Strong people management, ability to produce technical feasibility studies, and IT literacy.
- Ability to coach and develop staff while managing multi-disciplinary projects.
- A full valid driving licence and the willingness to attend onsite meetings.
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Repairs Manager - Permanent in Campton employer: Elevate Projects Ltd
As an M&E Compliance Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee development and collaboration. Our company fosters a culture of excellence, offering comprehensive training and growth opportunities while ensuring a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, we provide unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and a commitment to sustainability, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
