Interim Repairs Operations Manager
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Location: South East London
Rate: £500 / day
Sector: Public Sector / Social Housing
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Repairs Operations Manager on an interim contract basis to support a progressive local authority in South East London.
In this influential leadership capacity, you will oversee a large-scale responsive maintenance operation managing approximately 25,000 residential properties. Your main objective will be to spearhead a customer-focused, high-efficiency repairs framework that guarantees tenant safety, structural compliance, and top-tier service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Direct a substantial, multi-disciplinary workforce comprising up to 125 internal and external personnel handling borough-wide responsive maintenance.
- Operational Execution: Guarantee the prompt, cost-efficient, and structurally sound completion of all repair jobs through strict oversight and workflow controls.
- Change Management: Champion ongoing performance enhancements, fostering an environment around workplace safety, transparency, and operational excellence.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with internal directorates and senior stakeholders to align maintenance goals with broader environmental and housing targets.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain rigorous adherence to current housing laws, building regulations, and health and safety legislation.
- Financial Stewardship: Exercise control over substantial departmental budgets to secure optimal value and stretch resources effectively.
Candidate Profile
- Background: Extensive senior leadership experience directing repairs and maintenance portfolios specifically within the social housing landscape.
- Track Record: Demonstrated history of managing large operational teams, executing complex service transformations, and overseeing heavy budgets.
- Strategic Vision: Ability to balance big-picture planning with day-to-day tactical management to boost resident satisfaction metrics. xgikmsk
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with modern housing legislation, safety standards, and compliance frameworks.
- Interpersonal Ski...
Repairs Operations Manager employer: Morgan Hunt Recruitment Careers
Morgan Hunt is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where qualified Plumbers can thrive while contributing to the maintenance of essential public sector facilities. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides opportunities for further training in health and safety practices, ensuring that staff are well-equipped to handle plumbing emergencies and collaborate effectively with other trades. Working at Morgan Hunt not only means being part of a multi-award-winning recruitment business but also enjoying the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
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