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Repairs and Maintenance Lead

Posted Wed 06 May 2026, 5:21 PM

Ref: OR/083503

Job Title
Repairs and Maintenance Lead
Discipline
Town Planning / Regen / Surveying
Specialism
Property
Contract Type
Contract
Salary
£400 (inside IR35)
Location
South

Full Description

Our client is offering an initial 5 month contract in their Asset Management and Compliance team, within Housing Services, to support the delivery of responsive repairs and voids works to 3,000 homes. The ideal candidate will have a strong social housing background and technical understanding of property maintenance / construction.

As a Repairs and Maintenance Lead you will be working closely with internal stakeholders, customers, and third-party contractors to meet commercial, operational, safety performance objectives. Whilst the job title is ‘Lead’ this is in the capacity of a project lead and you will be responsible for day-to-day operations, working closely with back-office staff, surveyors, management and customers, as well as being a key liaison with third party contractors. The role has no line management responsibilities.

Typical duties will include:

- Reviewing work order schedules and ensuring quality outcomes and cost-effective services.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Carrying out contract management duties of third-party contractors.
- Supporting the Asset Management and Compliance team with service improvements as required.

We need someone with proven experience in a management or senior supervisory role. You will need a solid understanding of project management principles and practices and a proven track record in delivering asset management projects focused on housing works within a Local Authority setting.

The day rate is £400 (inside IR35).

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