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Annual salary: up to £91,000.00 Senior Estimating Manager Location: Homebased - Remote, with UK travel Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 40 per week, Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £91,000, plus £4,800 car allowance About the Role The Senior Estimator is a key role within the commercial estimating and tendering function, responsible for producing high-quality, competitive and compliant bids across all business streams. You will develop robust cost models, assess risk, collaborate with operational and commercial stakeholders, and ensure all estimating outputs meet the standards set by the Head of Estimating. This role works closely with Business Development, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance to support sustainable growth and protect margin. You will report directly to the Head of Estimating. Key Responsibilities Purpose Lead the preparation of robust, compliant and competitive estimates aligned to company commercial strategy Ensure pricing, methodology, risk and assumptions are clearly articulated and aligned with operational delivery Provide analytical insight, industry knowledge and commercial judgement to support tender adjudications Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes, knowledge bases and governance frameworks Estimating & Commercial Proposal Development Prepare detailed estimates and commercial submissions for tenders across Repairs & Maintenance (including M&E and Planned Works), Central Government housing and support, Decarbonisation and Net Zero programmes, and DLO support Build cost models from first principles with accuracy and commercial integrity Support value engineering, scenario modelling and pricing strategy development Analyse tender documentation, specifications and operational data to ensure deliverable proposals Provide clear written and verbal summaries of assumptions, pricing logic and risks Tender Governance & Risk Management Ensure all estimating outputs meet internal governance standards for completeness and compliance Support tender clarifications, RFIs and responses to client queries Assist with commercial review of contracts and legal documents alongside Legal and Operations Identify and document key financial and delivery risks for adjudication Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Work collaboratively with Business Development and Operations to ensure bids reflect operational capability Engage with supply chain partners to secure competitive quotations and maintain market intelligence Present estimating outputs and recommendations to senior stakeholders when required Mobilisation & Continuous Improvement Support mobilisation teams post-award, ensuring clarity of estimating assumptions Participate in post-contract reviews and outturn cost analysis to improve future pricing Contribute to enhancements in systems, templates, cost databases and knowledge repositories Team Support & Development Act as a senior technical resource, providing mentoring to junior estimators Promote accuracy, commercial discipline and collaborative working Deputise for the Head of Estimating when required Essential Experience: Significant experience in social housing, R&M, planned works or related construction estimating Strong working knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates Proven experience producing cost models and pricing strategies for medium-large tenders Experience engaging with clients, supply chain and internal stakeholders Ability to manage multiple bids to tight deadlines Good understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness Desirable Experience: Experience in a large contracting or housing services environment Familiarity with estimating software and data analytics tools Professional qualification in QS, Construction Management or similar (or working towards) Key Skills & Attributes Strong numerical ability and exceptional attention to detail Clear, confident communicator able to explain commercial reasoning to all audiences Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset Ability to interpret complex specifications and technical documentation Highly organised, deadline-driven and able to prioritise effectively Collaborative team player with mentoring capability Strong commercial judgement and ability to challenge assumptions constructively Benefits: Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and much more 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 3 x Life assurance private medical care for you and your family £4,800 car allowance Generous Pension Scheme and sick pay Employee Assistance Programme Mears Rewards - discount voucher scheme for a host of household name retailers, including supermarkets, offering savings on purchases Excellent training and development opportunities Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Previous years include, Alton Towers, Drayton Manor etc Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community for two days per year, in support of our social value commitment All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Laura Crosby url removed If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Your new company A forward-thinking London local authority is seeking an experienced Disrepair Manager to join its Housing Directorate. With a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality homes and improving outcomes for residents, the organisation is undertaking an ambitious transformation programme across its housing services. Your new role As Disrepair Manager, you will lead on the effective management of housing disrepair across the borough, ensuring claims are handled efficiently, compliantly and with a strong customer focus. You will manage a small specialist team and work closely with internal teams, contractors and legal representatives to drive performance and deliver service improvements.Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing a team of disrepair surveyors and support staff>Ensuring full compliance with disrepair protocol, legislation and health & safety requirements>Monitoring performance, identifying trends and insights to inform continuous service improvement>Managing contractor performance and ensuring value for money and quality delivery>Acting as a key liaison with solicitors, residents, contractors and internal stakeholders>Overseeing complaint resolution and enhancing customer satisfaction outcomes>Supporting wider repairs and maintenance service delivery, including inspections and quality assurance You will play a key role in driving a proactive and data-led approach to disrepair, improving outcomes for residents while minimising risk. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring: Proven track record of managing legal disrepair cases and claims>Sound knowledge of housing legislation, including the Landlord and Tenant Act and disrepair protocol>Experience managing contractors, performance and service delivery>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills>Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving ability>A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to service improvement>Relevant construction or building qualification (e.g. HNC or equivalent) What you'll get in return Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days>Opportunity to shape the future of housing asset management and repairs services in a major London borough>A key leadership role within a high-impact transformation programme>Collaborative and supportive working environment>Competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - a market-leading defined benefit scheme with circa 18%+ employer contribution>Flexible working opportunities What you need to do now This campaign is being managed exclusively by Hays. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions, please contact me directly using my Hays contact details. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We're looking for an organised and proactive Compliance Officer to join our Building & Customer Safety team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of property compliance services, helping to ensure homes meet all relevant safety and regulatory standards. Working closely with a Contracts Manager, you'll coordinate inspections, manage compliance records, liaise with contractors and customers, and support the smooth delivery of essential compliance programmes. What You'll Be Doing Support property compliance activities, including gas, asbestos, fire safety and water hygiene. Coordinate inspections and customer appointments. Raise and monitor repair orders and compliance works. Maintain accurate records, databases and contractor documentation. Manage no-access cases and support compliance reporting. Build strong working relationships with contractors and internal teams. Carry out post-inspections to ensure work meets required standards. What We're Looking For You'll be organised, customer-focused and able to manage multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail. You'll have: Strong administrative and IT skills. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Experience maintaining accurate records and managing workloads. The ability to work independently and use your initiative. Desirable: Experience within social housing or property compliance. Knowledge of landlord compliance. Experience with repairs or scheduling systems. Qualifications A good standard of education, including GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English.

Repairs Manager Local Authority in Surrey 500 per day 3-4 days on-site A local authority in Surrey is seeking an experienced Repairs Manager to lead a high-performing housing operations function. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a role with real operational ownership, overseeing multiple workstreams across repairs, damp & mould, and voids. The Role You will be responsible for leading and driving performance across key housing services, ensuring high-quality delivery and strong resident outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Overseeing repairs, voids, and damp & mould services Managing and developing operational teams, including a dedicated Voids Manager Providing leadership across surveyors and wider housing operations teams Ensuring compliance with KPIs, SLAs, and regulatory standards Driving service improvements and operational efficiency Acting as a key point of escalation for complex issues Team Structure 2x Surveyors (Repairs) 2x Surveyors (Voids) Voids Manager reporting directly into you Oversight of the DLO (Direct Labour Organisation) About You We are looking for a proven leader within housing repairs and maintenance who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment. You will have: Extensive experience in housing repairs, voids, and maintenance services Strong leadership and team management capabilities Experience working within local authority or social housing environments A track record of improving performance and service delivery Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Additional Information Day rate: 500 Hybrid working: 3-4 days in the office Confidential opportunity - not yet on the open market If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please get in touch to discuss further.

Senior Data Analyst - 12 Month FTC 50,000 Chelmsford Temporary Full-Time We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst for a 12 month FTC within the Delta Integration programme, supporting integration activity across systems and services. The role will provide high-quality data analysis, reporting, and insight to support operational delivery, strategic planning, and performance improvement across DLO services and other integration activities. What you'll be doing Provide analytical support to the Delta Integration programme, with a focus on the optimisation of the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) and other integration activities as required. Engage with stakeholders to gather, interpret, and translate business requirements into technical data and reporting specifications. Interrogate and analyse a wide range of datasets to generate actionable insight and performance intelligence. Design, develop, and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualisations to support operational and strategic decision-making. Support the integration of data across systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and accessibility. What we are looking for Extensive experience in data insights and/or performance arena. Experience supporting operational or service delivery teams, ideally within a Direct Labour Organisation (an in-house team that carries out repairs), or similar function. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and the Azure or Fabric environments. Strong expertise in writing, optimising, and maintaining complex T SQL queries, stored procedures, and views in Microsoft SQL Server. Demonstrable experience of delivering Power BI data products to stakeholders in an enterprise environment. Strong collaborative skills, with experience working across multiple teams and initiatives. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role may be required office more during the period of training, with a minimum of 1 day a week expected in the office, but flexibility may be needed to meet business needs. Benefits The salary for this post will be 50,000 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.

Your new company A forward-thinking London local authority is seeking an experienced Disrepair Manager to join its Housing Directorate. With a strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality homes and improving outcomes for residents, the organisation is undertaking an ambitious transformation programme across its housing services. Your new role As Disrepair Manager, you will lead on the effective management of housing disrepair across the borough, ensuring claims are handled efficiently, compliantly and with a strong customer focus. You will manage a small specialist team and work closely with internal teams, contractors and legal representatives to drive performance and deliver service improvements.Key responsibilities include:>Leading on the investigation and management of disrepair and Environmental Protection Act claims>Managing and developing a team of disrepair surveyors and support staff>Ensuring full compliance with disrepair protocol, legislation and health & safety requirements>Monitoring performance, identifying trends and insights to inform continuous service improvement>Managing contractor performance and ensuring value for money and quality delivery>Acting as a key liaison with solicitors, residents, contractors and internal stakeholders>Overseeing complaint resolution and enhancing customer satisfaction outcomes>Supporting wider repairs and maintenance service delivery, including inspections and quality assuranceYou will play a key role in driving a proactive and data-led approach to disrepair, improving outcomes for residents while minimising risk. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring:>Strong experience in housing repairs, maintenance or disrepair management>Proven track record of managing legal disrepair cases and claims>Sound knowledge of housing legislation, including the Landlord and Tenant Act and disrepair protocol>Experience managing contractors, performance and service delivery>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills>Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving ability>A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to service improvement>Relevant construction or building qualification (e.g. HNC or equivalent) What you'll get in return Up to 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days>Opportunity to shape the future of housing asset management and repairs services in a major London borough>A key leadership role within a high-impact transformation programme>Collaborative and supportive working environment>Competitive local government benefits package, including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme - a market-leading defined benefit scheme with circa 18%+ employer contribution>Flexible working opportunities What you need to do now This campaign is being managed exclusively by Hays. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. For a confidential discussion or if you have any questions, please contact me directly using my Hays contact details. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Purpose of Job: Building Maintenance Surveyor To be responsible to Quality and Performance Manager for: To ensure that responsive repairs are carried out to a high standard in accordance with specification and high residents' satisfaction. To ensure that new build handovers are free of defects and completed to a high standard. To ensure that fibre optic broadband and mobile phone mast installation works to the housing stock are completed to high quality and fire safety standard. To work closely with key stakeholders, including Residents Groups, Members and key partners and manage customer satisfaction to high standards. To deputise for the Quality and Performance manager as required. Manages up to 7 consultants and contractors. Main Duties: Building Maintenance Surveyor 1) Carryout post inspection of responsive repairs works to ensure work conforms to specification, health and safety standards and contract condition. 2) Supervise contractors and consultants on site to ensure effective and efficient delivery of strategic asset management services. 3) Liaise with colleagues in Repairs and Investment, other Housing and Council departments to ensure effective procurement and delivery of all Programmes. 4) Contribute/ lead on ensuring the service delivers against the R&I business objectives, and achieves its Key Performance Indicators, and efficiency and productivity metrics. 5) Validate invoices for completed works to ensure efficiency, budget monitoring and value for money for repairs and planned works. 6) Carryout site inspection with a view to preparing specification and scope of works; liaise with residents and their representatives and others as necessary to arrange access and advise on progress. 7) Work with the Head of Customer Experience and other R&I teams to improve resident experience of the service, looking at strategies and best practice across the sector and more broadly, to help drive positive customer sentiment and achieve high levels of customer satisfaction. 8) Work with the Head of Customer Experience to ensure excellent communication with residents and key stakeholders to promote the service and support high levels of awareness and good customer engagement. 9) To advise tenants and leaseholders on alterations and improvements, approving proposals, setting conditions and taking account of landlord obligations. 10) To attend court on behalf of the Council on property matters and act as an expert witness when necessary. 11) Ensure compliance with Council processes and procedures and ensure adherence to Council Standing Orders, statutory and other regulatory requirements. 12) Prepare reports and briefings on property related matters for internal and external purposes, and represent the service at all levels, including attendance at Committees and Panels as required.

37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday . YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Are you an experienced maintenance professional looking to step into a rewarding role? Do you take pride in creating safe, welcoming homes that make a real difference in young people's lives? Our services provide supported housing for young people aged 16-25, offering both high (24 hour supported) and medium/low supported levels of housing including young families. We take a trauma informed, and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations, enabling them to move on to fully independent living. Our Maintenance team works across multiple properties to ensure our residents have safe, good quality homes. We work closely with project staff to identify and complete repairs, carry out ad hoc cleaning and decoration, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and prepare empty homes for new residents. This role will supervise a small team of maintenance workers within Brighton & Hove, and you will have previous experience of managing a team. You will be experienced of working in pressurised situations and will be able to prioritise your time and that of others in order to provide the best possible service, you will be a proven problem solver, and you will promptly identify where work expectations exceed capacity, or if external contractors are required to complete technical tasks. You will have excellent people skills and be able to communicate effectively with residents, contractors, maintenance staff, and project staff and managers. The postholder is responsible for the day to day delivery of maintenance, repairs and improvement works across their locality, monitoring team performance and ensuring compliance inspections and remedial actions are completed on time and to a high standard, with customer satisfaction at the centre of the service. You will manage a team of operatives, providing clear direction so all work is completed safely, professionally and efficiently. The role ensures safe working practices are consistently followed, supports value for money delivery, and contributes to organisational targets - including working towards Net Zero commitments. If you're enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. Experience and Knowledge Experience of leading and managing a high-performing team of operatives Knowledge of UK legislation and regulations relating to repairs and maintenance for landlords, compliance and Health & Safety in the workplace Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace NVQ2 or above, or relevant experience of working in a trade background (e.g. decorating, carpentry, plumbing, tiling) Good customer relationship skills, with the ability to build and maintain respectful relationships quickly and manage challenging behaviour, escalating issues as needed CLOSING DATE: Sunday 12th July at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children's and Adults' Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.

Job Description: Programme Manager - Housing Systems Transformation Location: Hybrid - Adur and Worthing (you will be required to work in Adur (Lancing / Shoreham) or Worthing two days per week. Duration: July 2026 - June 2027 Working Pattern: 4 days per week (8.00 am - 5.00 pm) Rate: £400 per day A major housing provider in Adur (West Sussex) is embarking on a significant transformation programme, replacing multiple legacy systems with a single, modern, cloud-hosted Housing Management System, MRI Enterprise System would be desirable. This is a high-profile enterprise programme that will improve services for over 2,500 households, strengthen regulatory compliance, enhance data quality and deliver a significantly improved digital experience for residents and staff. The Role You will lead the full lifecycle delivery of a large-scale Housing Management System transformation, from mobilisation through implementation, testing, cutover and post-go-live stabilisation. You will provide programme leadership across technical, data and business change workstreams, ensuring delivery of a secure, compliant and future-ready SaaS platform aligned with governance and IT standards. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end programme plan, including scope, milestones, risks, budget, governance and reporting Lead multi-workstream delivery covering system configuration, integrations and environment management Oversee complex data cleansing and migration from multiple legacy housing systems Manage integrations across housing, repairs, finance, community safety and corporate platforms with Building Safety as the consistent thread. Lead testing cycles including System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing Drive organisational change, process redesign, training and business readiness activity Ensure alignment with cloud strategy, cyber security, data protection and architectural standards Manage suppliers and contractual deliverables Oversee go-live planning, stabilisation and transition into Business as Usual support Track and deliver measurable benefits including compliance improvements, efficiency gains and digital adoption Essential Experience Proven experience delivering complex Housing Management System implementations Strong understanding of end-to-end landlord services including rents, repairs, allocations and compliance Experience working with SaaS platforms such as NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar enterprise HMS solutions Demonstrable experience of large-scale data migration from multiple legacy systems Strong programme governance and stakeholder management experience Experience leading organisational and digital change within housing or local authority environments This is an excellent opportunity to lead a major enterprise transformation programme with real impact across housing services. For further information, please get in touch.

Finance Manager - Property & Assets Location: Hybrid home working / Didsbury / Manchester Salary: 49,934 increasing to 51,783 after 6 months Full Time / 35 hours per week / Permanent About Us Southway Housing Trust is a committed and forward-thinking community focused housing association dedicated to providing excellent homes and outstanding customer care. With a vision of Thriving Communities, Southway manages over 6,500 homes across Greater Manchester. Southway strives to reduce child poverty, loneliness and isolation and increase employment, social connectedness and pride in neighbourhoods. Our REACH values of Respect, Equity, Ambition, Compassion and Honesty reflect Southway's culture, how we deliver our services, and our relationships with customers, colleagues and partners. Southway values diversity in all aspects of its communities and operations. Candidates / Role An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance team for a Finance Manager - Property & Assets to lead Southway Group's financial monitoring of its property and assets programme. This will entail collaborative work with service managers whilst preparing and reporting KPIs to demonstrate performance and driving improvements through internal controls and processes. You will also have: - Advanced accounts and general ledger skills. - Excellent verbal communication skills, able to explain financial information to residents and manage relations with internal customers effectively - Strong excel skills, with a knowledge of a range of functions and their application. Your main responsibilities would include: 1. Lead the development of effective reporting tools and financial data reports for the Property Services and Assets Teams to support the provision of good quality information for decision making, including concise written reports for the Executive and others. 2. Regular reporting of key performance indicators to show performance against targets (operational and financial), trends and any risk to Southway including non-compliance, reduced income/spend levels, loss of grant, ensuring escalation where necessary to develop remedial actions. 3. Contrast the results of stock condition surveys to Business Plan assumptions. Prepare and monitor long term budgets based on data from various sources including programme schedules, survey results and data from housing management system. This should outline any slippage, savings, acceleration and overspends, with corresponding impacts on current and future year budgets. 4. Support preparation of programme returns and grant claims to external partners (identifying works, administration and staffing elements), ensuring all data and explanations are evidenced with colleagues before submission. 5. Prepare fixed asset register and general ledger entries using data from the stock investment programme to ensure the accountancy for the capital works costs and related grant are correctly identified for individual properties and components. 6. Prepare budgets for Property Services including analysis of different workstreams (and agree recharges between DLO and the client) to ensure value for money is achieved via operational delivery. 7. Ensure the Finance Apprentice (Property & Assets) liaises productively with budget holders to analyse results and consider actions to deliver effective budgetary control. 8. Identify and drive improvements in processes and procedures which impact the financial performance of the repairs and maintenance service. 9. Assist budget holders to operate an effective system of electronic purchase order and invoice authorisation routines, resolving individual users' difficulties. Support budget holders to enable them to navigate through the financial processes, including the NOPO report, to improve data integrity and accurately record costs and grant income to be accrued. 10. Provide information to Finance Operations team supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual statutory accounts and other reports as required (e.g. Funders Report) outlining performance and explanations on variances. Closing Date: Monday 13 October 2025 Interview Date: w/c Monday 20 October 2025 For an informal discussion about this role please contact Bhups Gohil, Assistant Director of Finance . We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably skilled people from all sectors of the community. All applicants who have a disability or are ex armed forces that meet the minimum essential criteria for the post will be invited to interview. If you have a disability or are ex armed forces, please tell us about this on your application form and please let us know about any special arrangements you would like us to make if you are invited in for an interview.

MMP Consultancy is currently sourcing for Voids Surveyor for an initial interim contract with a Public-Sector organisation in Northwest London. Working within social housing to manage Voids duties including Minor and Major works. Holding high standards of quality, time and value for money. Title: Voids Surveyor Salary: 350 per day - Inside IR35 Location: Northwest London Contract: Rolling Contract Duties: Delivery of Voids service, being able to pre inspect properties and create specification of works which is fit for purpose for tenants. Ensure contractor engagement and management in the delivery of works provided. Post inspection of works complete to guarantee a good quality of service. Deliver fit-for-purpose, safe and good quality properties to tenants on behalf of the social housing entity. Prioritise tenants with value for money and efficiency delivery of works. Provide defect-free period of at least 6 months after works. Manage the auditable and compliance information required, ensuring the system is completely updated and all invoices are paid when appropriate. Work with partners to set, coordinate, track and ensure completion of voids with other services to get things done for the customer which meet or exceed customers' expectations. Dealing with unacceptable contractor performance ensuring all issues are remedied. Maintain up to date records and provide monthly statistical and qualitative information to the Voids and Maintenance Manager in respect of service performance indicators and progress against targets and budgets. Attending contractors' monitoring meetings as required to give performance feedback. Ensure records are kept up to date and information circulated to all relevant stakeholders including contractors, Lettings, Property Services, Housing Needs, Neighbourhood Services, Rent Accounting, Adaptations and Regeneration teams. Desirable Qualifications HNC, HND, BTEC HND or higher, in a building discipline, or over 5 years hands on experience of related repairs surveying/ construction from a trade background. Relative experience of building maintenance in a local authority or other registered social landlord. Experience of working to strict deadlines within a busy multi agency setting Experience in the management and administration of domestic building repairs Demonstrable experience of controlling costs expenditure of maintenance works

We are currently recruiting an experienced Field Manager to lead a team of skilled trade operatives, ensuring the effective delivery of a high quality responsive repairs service across Incommunities. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a real, positive difference to the safety, comfort, and overall improvement of our customers' homes. About us We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people. This year we've launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we've worked with colleagues and customers to find out what's important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who'll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives. Duties include: Provide strong leadership as part of the Building Services Management Team - driving and delivering the service towards an outstanding responsive repairs service. Lead the delivery of a core discipline within the responsive repairs service (including out of hours service) ensuring that the service is efficient, effective and safe and the team have the right skills and resources to achieve objectives. Positively lead and take ownership of your trade area for the delivery of high quality, efficient response maintenance services. Put the customer at the forefront of what we do by learning from their feedback, prioritising service improvements and resolving and reducing customer complaints. Support the service transformation and delivery of the three-year service improvement plan. Management and utilisation of data systems to monitor, report and drive performance against response maintenance KPI's. Prepare and deliver performance reports to Teams and Senior Managers. Procure and manage sub-contractors and suppliers. Effective management of service area budget, monitor and manage actual expenditure and deliver value for money. Ensure robust Health and Safety procedures and policies are applied. Requirements Ability to lead a repairs team in a high challenge environment through continuous improvement and achieve high levels of colleague engagement Strong track record for delivering an excellent customer experience in relation to response maintenance services. Problem solving and conflict resolution experience, especially in terms of dealing with customer complaints Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written. Experience of managing and reporting on performance measures and budgets. Excellent literacy and IT skills and the ability to use a variety of systems, including recording and processing data accurately and writing reports A full driving license and own vehicle are required as you will be required to travel to sites and offices around the district. A minimum of a City and Guilds Advanced Craft NVQ Level 2 . Benefits Starting salary of £41,562 per year which increases with service up-to £46,202 £1,000 essential car user allowance per year plus mileage Social Housing Pension Scheme - upto 10% employer contribution 28 days annual leave that increases with service plus bank holidays Option to buy and sell annual leave Training, development, and qualification opportunities Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers) Corporate health scheme membership Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Local gym membership discounts. A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support Join Our Team! We're looking for great people to join us! At Incommunities , we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences-because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger . Based in Bradford , a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities . As a social housing provider, we're passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives . Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way . If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know. We're proud to be a Mindful Employer , committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the 'Committed' Menopause Friendly Accreditation , recognising the importance of support in the workplace. Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline. Ready to make an impact? Come work with us!

Job Title: FM Operations Manager Location: Bedfordshire (Hybrid - 2 days per week on-site) Contract: Rolling 3-month contract Rate: 700 per day (umbrella) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced FM Operations Manager to join a Local Council in Bedfordshire on a rolling 3-month contract. This is a pivotal role within our Corporate Landlord model , ensuring that all Council-owned sites are safe, compliant, well-maintained, and aligned with strategic objectives. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams covering Estates, Maintenance, Facilities, and Minor Works , delivering a consistent, high-quality service across the portfolio. Acting as the primary link between internal stakeholders, contractors, and service providers, you will play a key role in shaping both the day-to-day running and the long-term future of the Council's estate. This is a fast-paced, high-impact opportunity suited to a confident leader with strong operational and strategic facilities management expertise. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Council's operational estates, facilities, maintenance, and minor works services. Oversee a robust maintenance management system (planned and reactive), ensuring compliance and strategic delivery. Manage cleaning, security, and maintenance contracts-covering procurement, performance management, and value-for-money assessments. Act as Contract Manager , ensuring governance, strong supplier relationships, and performance outcomes. Drive investment planning and minor works programmes, ensuring upgrades, repairs, and lease compliance. Set service-wide objectives, manage operational risks, and ensure effective team development. Support and deputise for the Head of Asset Management in embedding the Corporate Landlord approach across the Council. What We're Looking For Degree-qualified professional in Facilities or Estates Management (or equivalent). Substantial experience in large, multi-site organisations with a strong estates and FM background. Expertise in landlord-tenant matters and lease management. Demonstrable track record of leading change, managing high-value contracts, and driving service improvement. Strong financial management skills to oversee a multi-million-pound service. Exceptional people leadership with a focus on performance and development. Customer-focused, strategic mindset with the ability to deliver operational excellence. Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Interim Property Operational Manager £95.81p/h Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) 3 Months Initially (with view for extension in place) Central Bedfordshire Council Hybrid Working What will you do? Lead and develop the Council's Operational estates, facilities, maintenance, and minor work Oversee a robust maintenance management system (planned and reactive), ensuring operational compliance and strategic delivery Manage cleaning, security, and maintenance services-leading procurement, contractor performance, and value-for-money evaluations. Act as Contract Manager with responsibility for contract governance, supplier relationships, and performance outcomes. Oversee investment planning and minor works across our estate, including upgrades, repairs, and compliance with lease obligations. Identify service-wide objectives, manage risk, and ensure the development and performance of your teams. Support the Head of Asset Management in embedding the Corporate Landlord approach across the Council. Deputise for the Head of Asset Management What do you need? To be successful in your application for this role you will need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process: UK Resident MUST have minimum 3 years' experience within social housing Facilities and Estates Management-including lease and landlord-tenant knowledge. A degree-qualified professional in Facilities or Estates Management with substantial experience in large, multi-site organisations. Proven track record in leading change, managing high-value contracts, and driving service innovation. Exceptional financial management skills to oversee a multi-million-pound service. Strong customer focus and ability to balance operational delivery with strategic oversight. Experience in people leadership, performance development, and team management. A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. What to do next? This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV before Sunday 7th September

Elevate projects are working in partnership with our client , a local provider of affordable housing and registered social landlord, to appoint an experienced Repairs/ DLO Operations Manager to their busy property serviced function, Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the repairs service. Manage large-scale repairs across housing and assets, ensuring compliance with standards. Oversee staffing, budgets c 10m, and equipment to deliver efficient service. Lead procurement and management of maintenance contracts. Demonstrate strong knowledge of building construction, property maintenance, and housing standards. Proven track record of leading operational teams and managing high-value budgets in a housing or local authority setting. This successful candidate is expected to be on site supporting operational teams and front-line operatives 4 out of 5 days.

Join Our Team : Neighbourhood Caretaker Position: Neighbourhood Caretaker Location: Tyseley, Birmingham Salary: 12.60 - 14.32 per hour Apply Now! Why Choose Job&Talent: Career growth opportunities Comprehensive benefits Professional stability Benefits: 28 Holidays rising to 38 days, Weekly Pay, Pension Scheme, Mortgage References Requirements: A full driving licence is an essential requirement with the ability to drive a tipper vehicle Cleaning experience is essential with COSHE knowledge. Requirement to form part of a flexible team to work between the hours of 7.00am and 7.00pm depending on local service needs and priorities Where necessary, be required to undertake enhanced driver training to drive large vehicles (e.g. Tippers) Attendance at meetings outside normal working hours, as necessary Excellent inter-personal and communication skills in both verbal and written form Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Excellent customer care skills Commitment to equal opportunities in all aspects of service delivery Responsibilities: As an Neighbourhood Caretaker, you will: Responsible for the inspection, maintenance and cleansing of estates/communal housing land/sites within the quadrant boundary. You will be required to supervise estate caretakers. You will be expected to assist the public in a polite and helpful manner in accordance with the Employer's Customer Care Policy. To complete regular health and safety, cleaning, maintenance and inspections as appropriate with the emphasis on maintaining quiet, clean, green and safe communal areas/neighbourhoods and helping to deter Anti-Social Behaviour. You will have responsibility for neighbourhood caretaking schemes and associated communal areas and for communal housing land and sites in the wider quadrant. Your activity in the wider neighbourhood will depend on service needs. Your key role is to improve/maintain the 'kerb appeal' of communal housing land/sites and neighbourhoods. This may include sheltered housing schemes. Activity in tenants homes/gardens may on occasions be required for emergencies. Any activity other than emergency work should be agreed with/directed by your housing officer/street scene co-coordinator/housing manager/supervising officer. To act as first point of contact for the residents in respect of estate service and maintenance issues, responding to queries in a positive and helpful manner. To ensure a full and effective cleaning and maintenance service is delivered to communal areas within multi storey and low-rise blocks of flats and external areas, other sites as necessary. Your activity will not be restricted to any one neighbourhood caretaking scheme and you will be required to undertake work in the wider housing neighbourhood. E.G. garage sites, access ways, drying areas. This will depend on service needs and be determined in liaison with your housing officer, street scene coordinator/housing manager. To work with other estate based staff, colleagues, contractors and both internal and external partners. E.G. Fleet and Waste Management, Parks, Repairs Service and contractors. To forge relationships with residents and the local community, including RSLs and other landlords that promote service improvements, increased resident's responsibility for their surroundings and resident satisfaction. You will be required to help identify your training needs and those of staff you manage/supervise, in partnership with your supervisor/manager, develop strategies to enable you to meet those needs, in line with the objectives of the organisation. Carry out day-to-day supervision of estate caretakers (at other locations where required), including work allocation and monitoring employment related issues. This will include: Performance Management, Setting targets/priorities, Giving instructions, Identification of training needs through 1 to 1's and My Appraisal's, Provide training as necessary Sickness monitoring in accordance with the City's Managing Attendance Procedure, Return to Work interviews and undertake Risk Assessments and issue safe working guidance. About Us: Job&Talent is recruiting for Neighbourhood Caretaker to join a leading company in Tyseley, Birmingham. How to Apply: Click "Apply Now," and our team will contact you shortly. An excellent opportunity for Neighborhood Caretaker roles in Tyseley, Birmingham. Join Job&Talent for a journey of growth and success! If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website. Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services. Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.