At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated maintenance team and ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Company: Join North Devon Homes, a charity focused on providing affordable housing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to employee growth and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Maintenance Team Leader Up to £39,080 (dependent on experience) Barnstaple and surrounding areas Permanent, Full Time 40 hours per week North Devon Homes are looking for a proactive and experienced Maintenance Team Leader to join our Asset Management team.
Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.
You will provide effective day-to-day supervision of our investment delivery activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
This role offers the chance to lead, support and develop a dedicated team while helping us continually improve the way we deliver repairs and maintenance services.
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Role: You will provide an on-site presence, ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, conduct inspections and surveys, and support the Investment Delivery team in achieving service objectives.
You will also support the wider asset leadership team helping ensure consistent technical standards and excellent service delivery.
Main Responsibilities: Supervise and manage maintenance activities, ensuring efficient and effective delivery within time and cost targets.
Extensive experience managing and delivering kitchen, bathroom and wet room installations.
Strong experience and knowledge of roofing, window and door installation programmes, including overseeing, signing off and coordinating works with external contractors.
Provide onsite leadership to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of employees, contractors, and customers.
Conduct site inspections and surveys, maintaining high safety and quality standards. Drive continuous improvement in maintenance services and support change management.
Manage internal and external contractors, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
Mentor and develop team members, supporting their growth and organisational resilience.
Oversee procurement and stock control, ensuring value for money.
Liaise with colleagues, contractors, and customers to deliver a customer-centric service.
What we are looking for? BTEC Level 3 /ONC Building or equivalent trade qualification, or relevant experience (willingness to study if required).
Management training (desirable) Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS).
Health and safety qualification (IOSHH or NEBOSHH).
Proven experience managing and motivating staff in a customer-focused environment.
Strong technical knowledge of responsive repairs, procurement, and contract management.
Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.
Good IT skills and ability to adapt to bespoke systems.
Full clean driving licence and ability to work at height or in confined spaces.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic DBS check.
Closing date: Monday 28 September 2026
- 09:00 We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role to which they have applied.
The Company North Devon Homes (NDH) is a registered charity providing affordable homes for people who need them. xiskglj
We are a housing association covering the North Devon district and have over 3,250 homes we are responsible for, providing accommodation to 10,000 total customers.
Maintenance Team Leader in Newport employer: NDH ltd
North Devon Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. As a registered charity, we provide meaningful opportunities to contribute to the community by delivering affordable housing solutions, all while enjoying competitive benefits and a collaborative environment in the beautiful location of Barnstaple.
