Repairs Operations Manager

Interim Repairs Operations Manager

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.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep familiarity with modern housing legislation, safety standards, and compliance frameworks.
• Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication competencies tailored to public sector environments.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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