At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead estate management and environmental projects to enhance community living.
- Company: Not-for-profit housing association dedicated to affordable homes and community services.
- Benefits: Agile working arrangements, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to positive community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Customer service skills, landscape maintenance experience, and a valid UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Estate Officer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Permanent, Full Time - 39 hours per week (agile working arrangements in place)
Closing date: 31st July 2026
Interview date: 6th August 2026
Interview location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS
Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. We recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to building relationships and delivering great experiences. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference and who will take responsibility to get things done.
As a not-for-profit housing association, we provide affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community.
This role will help us to deliver a customer-focused Estate Management service and attain excellent performance standards and outcomes for our Customers and Communities. You will demonstrate an ability to work in a proactive and reactive manner with minimal supervision to identify and tackle estate management tasks in both the immediate and longer term.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Lead role in ensuring that neighbourhoods/estates are always maintained to an exceptionally high environmental standard
- Lead role in the delivery of environmental projects, cyclical programmes and initiatives
- Providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
- Carrying out landscaping, gardening, horticultural and arboriculture work where necessary in line with relevant licensing and qualification requirements
- Inspecting neighbourhoods, dealing with all relevant issues identified including but not exclusively fly tipping, litter, graffiti, repairs, dog fouling and vandalism
- Operating machinery and equipment in a safe and correct manner in line with the manufacturers' instructions and our health and safety policies
- Supporting the Estate Manager in the undertaking of any administrative requirements
We need people who, ideally:
- Can promote and maintain a positive can-do attitude in all aspects of the post
- Can apply customer service skills effectively in all areas of work
- Have excellent communication skills
- Will be methodical, well-organised and have a positive approach to workload with the ability to work to strict deadlines; with minimal supervision and take initiative
- Have experience of working with external agencies including local authorities
- Have experience of landscape maintenance, clearance of fly-tipping and cleaning of hard surfaces
- Hold a full valid UK driving licence
Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. We trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues.
If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Contracts Officer (Part Time) in Manchester employer: Irwell Valley Housing Association LTD
As a not-for-profit housing association, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values people and community. Our inclusive work culture fosters diversity and supports employee growth, offering fulfilling roles that make a real difference in the lives of over 20,000 residents across Greater Manchester. With agile working arrangements and a strong commitment to health and safety, we ensure our team can thrive while delivering exceptional service in a rewarding environment.
Contact Details:
Irwell Valley Housing Association LTD Recruitment Team
