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Repairs Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 35 - 40 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: North West
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Umbrella (INSIDE IR35)
6 Months Initially (with view for extension in place)
Manchester City Council | Office Based
35 hours per week
Are you an experienced housing or construction professional ready to make a difference in one of the UK's most vibrant cities? Manchester City Council is looking for a Repairs and Maintenance Manager to lead high-quality housing services that improve the lives of Manchester's residents.
The role
As Repairs and Maintenance Manager, you'll play a key leadership role in delivering a first-class repairs and maintenance service across our housing stock. From reactive repairs to voids, disrepair and major works, you'll ensure services are well-resourced, efficient, and resident-focused.
Reporting to the Head of Repairs and Maintenance, you'll:
Lead a multi-disciplinary team of construction and housing professionals.
Drive service improvement and embed a Right First Time culture.
Work closely with residents, contractors, partners and stakeholders to deliver joined-up housing solutions.
Oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including health and safety and CDM responsibilities.
Provide high-quality reports and briefings to senior council leadership, elected members and partners.
This is a pivotal role that combines operational management with strategic influence. You'll not only make sure repairs and maintenance are delivered effectively, but also help shape Manchester's long-term housing strategy.
About you
We're looking for someone who brings:
A construction-related qualification (or equivalent experience).
Strong track record in housing repairs and maintenance management, including contract administration and compliance.
Experience leading teams and working in partnership with residents, contractors, and external agencies.
Excellent organisational, communication and financial management skills.
A collaborative approach and commitment to Manchester's values of inclusion, fairness and community focus.
Flexibility to participate in an out-of-hours standby rota (car user allowance applies).
For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or (url removed)Before You Apply
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