Plumbing Manager Location: Essex Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) Sector: Social Housing About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Plumbing Manager to join a well-established contractor operating within the social housing sector across Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with a strong background in reactive maintenance and team leadership to step into a key operational role. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day plumbing operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and managing a team of engineers working across occupied properties. The role requires a strong understanding of SOR (Schedule of Rates) codes and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced, reactive environment. Key Responsibilities Manage and support a team of plumbers and supervisors delivering reactive maintenance works Oversee daily operations to ensure jobs are completed efficiently, on time, and to required standards Monitor performance against KPIs, SLAs, and client expectations Ensure accurate use and application of SOR codes for all works carried out Liaise with clients, tenants, and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain high satisfaction levels Conduct regular audits, toolbox talks, and performance reviews Manage resource allocation, scheduling, and workflow optimisation Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedu...