Head of Housing Property Services

Location

Berkshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Job Title: Head of Housing Property Services

Location: Berkshire

Contract: 6-months interim cover

As the Head of Housing Property Services, you will play a pivotal role in strategically leading and overseeing the delivery of the Council's Housing Property Service. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the service aligns with the business plan, achieves financial objectives, and consistently provides excellent customer service. Additionally, you will act as the client for the Housing Reactive Repairs, Planned Maintenance, and Disabled Facilities work programmes, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction for the Housing Property Service, ensuring alignment with business plans and financial objectives.

Place a strong emphasis on excellent customer service as a core element of service delivery.

Act as the client for the Housing Reactive Repairs, Planned Maintenance, and Disabled Facilities work programmes.

Monitor performance and quality assurance, ensuring standards are met by Housing Direct Services and Corporate Property Services.

Oversee the delivery of planned programmes for the Council's Housing Stock and Adult Social Care portfolio.

Manage the Disabled Facilities work programme, including adaptations and minor works.

Ensure all aspects of the service adhere to council policies, procedures, financial regulations, and relevant legislation.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements in the Building Maintenance Service.

Person Specification

MRICS or CIOB Chartered Building Surveyor, Registered Architect.

Evidence of continuous professional development.

Knowledge of up-to-date relevant legislation and regulatory requirements pertinent to the operation of a Building Maintenance Service.

Senior management experience within the construction sector.

Demonstrable management experience of both Professional teams and Trade teams covering multiple disciplines.

Experience in problem-solving and prioritizing work in a pressurized work environment.

Familiarity with corporate processes in local government.

If you’re interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O’Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200.

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Salary

£483 - £600 per day