Working for Wates Property Services
Wates Property Services is continuing to grow following the successful mobilisation of major planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts across the UK.
Working for Wates Property Services
Wates Property Services is continuing to grow following the successful mobilisation of major planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts across the UK. As our portfolio of work expands, we're investing in talented people who want to make a genuine impact within local communities while building a long-term career with one of the UK's leading property services providers.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a planned maintenance programme for one of our key social housing clients across Canvey Island and the wider Essex region.
Opportunity Snapshot
- Delivering planned maintenance works across occupied social housing properties.
- Based on-site in Canvey Island, Essex, with travel across the contract area as required.
- Managing multiple workstreams within a long-term social housing framework.
- Salary, bonus scheme, car allowance and wider benefits package will be discussed during the screening process.
Main Duties
- Managing subcontractors, direct labour and specialist trades on site.
- Planning and coordinating daily site operations to ensure programme targets are achieved.
- Monitoring quality, programme and health & safety performance across all works.
- Conducting site inspections, audits and compliance checks.
- Ensuring works are delivered in accordance with company procedures, client requirements and statutory regulations.
- Managing site documentation, including RAMS, permits, inspections and progress records.
- Building strong relationships with residents, client representatives and internal stakeholders.
- Supporting resident-focused delivery by working closely with tenant liaison and customer service teams.
- Managing materials, resources and site logistics effectively.
- Producing site reports, progress updates and programme information for operational management.
- Promoting a positive culture focused on safety, quality and customer satisfaction.
Essential
Experience We're Seeking
- Proven experience as a Site Manager within planned maintenance, refurbishment or social housing contracts.
- Experience managing works within occupied residential environments.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- SMSTS Certificate.
Our Commitments
WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly. We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at wpsrecruitment@wates.co.uk
Site Manager in Essex employer: WPS
WPS is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture, particularly within the Planned Works Division. Based in Oldham, we offer our Document Controllers not only competitive benefits but also opportunities for professional growth through exposure to diverse social housing projects across the North West. Our commitment to employee development and a focus on meaningful work makes WPS a rewarding place to build your career.
