Housing Repairs and Maintenance Manager

Housing Repairs and Maintenance Manager

Location: Reading
Job Type: Interim (6 months)
Day Rate: £450 - £500 per day
Working Arrangement: Hybrid flexible workingReed is exclusively recruiting for an experienced Housing Repairs and Maintenance Manager to lead a high-performing, customer-focused repairs service in Reading. This senior leadership role within Property Services is pivotal in ensuring value for money, service quality, and compliance across the housing portfolio, while driving high levels of tenant satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Day-to-day of the role:

Lead the delivery of reactive, voids, and planned maintenance services.
Develop commercial opportunities and generate external income.
Provide strategic and operational leadership across all contractor and in-house activities.
Oversee budgets ranging from £8m to £12m, ensuring programmes are delivered on time and within budget.
Engage with elected members, tenants, and externa...