Job Description

Job Title: Repairs Manager (Interim)
Location: West Sussex
Contract Length: 3-6 months
Day Rate: 375 - 400 per day

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Repairs Manager to join a local authority/housing association in West Sussex on an interim basis. The successful candidate will oversee and manage the delivery of reactive repairs services, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient service to residents. The role requires excellent leadership, technical expertise, and a strong understanding of repairs management within a local authority or housing association environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the reactive repairs function, ensuring service delivery aligns with performance targets and resident satisfaction.
• Lead and supervise a team of repair operatives, ensuring efficient allocation and completion of work.
• Coordinate and monitor repair requests, ensuring timely responses and resolution.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Work closely with other teams (e.g., asset management, housing services) to resolve any issues affecting repairs and maintenance.
• Prepare reports and performance updates for senior management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors and suppliers to ensure effective service provision.
• Identify areas for improvement in repair processes and implement necessary changes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to repair activities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing reactive repairs within a local authority or housing association environment.
• Strong team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team of operatives to achieve service targets.
• Excellent IT skills, with experience using repairs management software and other relevant tools.
• Prior interim experience, with a proven track record of stepping into roles quickly and effectively.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in relation to repairs and maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to email address by application deadline . We look forward to hearing from you!

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.