Senior Asset & Repairs Manager - Mackie Myers : Job Details

Our client is a small Housing Association based in Central London.  They are looking to recruit a Senior Asset & repairs Manager on a Permanent basis.This is a newly created position and will lead and manage a small team within the Property Services division.We are looking for an experienced property manager to lead on all aspects of asset management and property maintenance services ensuring residents’ homes are safe, warm and well maintained. Provide outstanding resident services in this wide-ranging role in a unique housing association based in Central London.Key responsibilities:

Manage the Property Services department (for the delivery of excellent repair and maintenance services).

Be responsible for looking after residents’ homes.

Procure and manage all contracts for the delivery of safe and well managed homes that meet the Decent Homes standard.

Run an effective responsive repair and maintenance service, planned works programme and any major works and improvement projects.

Ensure all homes comply with relevant health and safety standards and legislation.

Duties:

• Oversee the responsive repair and maintenance service, planned works programme, and major works and improvement projects.
• Procure and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and legislation.
• Act as the technical property lead, providing leadership and effective service delivery to maintain high standards in resident homes.
• Liaise with key stakeholders including local authority contacts, councillors, and residents.
• Manage and support the property team, ensuring effective team performance through regular guidance, supervision, and monthly one-to-one meetings.
• Drive continuous improvement within the team and across operations.
• Manage data for the property estate, ensuring it is up-to-date and that a 5-year rolling programme of stock condition surveys is maintained.
• Design data-driven investment delivery programmes and monitor KPIs to ensure contractor performance and resident satisfaction.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree-level education (or equivalent HND), MCIOB or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in asset, property, and contract management.
• Proven experience managing a team and interacting with senior leaders, preferably in housing associations.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Deep understanding of property and health & safety related legislation, and best practices in asset management.
• Excellent problem-solving, personal organisation, and time management skills.

Benefits:

• £75k Salary plus excellent benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Hybrid working (3 days pw in office)