Interim Repairs and Maintenance Manager

Interim Repairs & Maintenance Manager - Council in Sussex
6-Month Contract | £400 - £500 per day | June Start

The Council is seeking a skilled Repairs & Maintenance Manager to oversee the delivery of a high-quality, responsive repairs and maintenance service for its housing residents. This role involves managing strategic contracts, budgets, and continuous service improvement to ensure compliance with legal, safety, and regulatory standards while fostering a customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery of a responsive repairs service, ensuring timely, high-quality repairs that meet or exceed performance targets.

Oversee void property management, minimising void rent loss through swift turnaround.

Manage disrepair cases, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and representing the Council in court as needed.

Work with the Asset & Development Manager to execute capital works, cyclical maintenance, and planned programmes, ensuring quality outcomes.

Maintain accurate records of housing stock, repairs, and modifications to ensure effective asset management.

Support asset management decisions with financial and qualitative data, ensuring alignment with the Council's objectives.

Develop and maintain a compliance schedule for housing assets, monitoring performance and escalating issues as necessary.

Design and implement contract management strategies to evaluate contractor performa...