Director: Housing, Property and Investment
Shape the future of housing in a city like no other.
We are transforming housing in Bristol, delivering change at pace across one of the UK’s largest council owned housing portfolios, investing in our existing stock, meeting our compliance and safety obligations, building new homes and creating neighbourhoods that our residents can be proud of. We are championing the voice of residents to tackle inequality, drive innovation and implement a clear strategy that addresses the housing pressures in our city, delivering safe, warm and secure homes for everyone. Housing is a key political and corporate priority and this is an exciting time to join us, leading and shaping a critical division within our housing directorate.
Reporting to the recently appointed Executive Director of Housing, you will be a key member of our newly formed directorate leadership team, providing strategic and operational leadership across housing property services including repairs and maintenance, mechanical and electrical, compliance and building safety, planned investment and new build delivery. You will lead the delivery of significant capital investment programmes and the revenue repairs budget, applying excellent governance frameworks to ensure regulatory compliance and achieve value for money and strong performance. We are committed to driving service improvement at pace, strengthening performance management, and embedding a resident‑focused culture that builds trust through delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead strategic and operational leadership across housing property services including repairs, maintenance, mechanical and electrical, compliance and building safety, planned investment, and new build delivery.
Deliver significant capital investment programmes and manage the revenue repairs budget.
Apply governance frameworks to ensure regulatory compliance and achieve value for money.
Drive service improvement, strengthen performance management and embed a resident‑focused culture.
Partner with in‑house teams and externally contracted partners to ensure effective mixed‑delivery models.
Qualifications and Experience
Ambitious and credible leader with operational understanding of repairs and capital delivery in social housing.
Strong grasp of building safety and compliance.
Track record of leading transformation through mixed delivery models.
Experience in a large council landlord environment with substantial portfolio (e.g., >27,000 homes).
Ability to embed a resident‑focused culture and deliver trust‑building services.
Contact – For enquiries, contact Rachel Salvia Gatenby‑Sanderson (07393 013067) or Philip Emms (07590 225472). Or visit our microsite: www.opportunitybristol.com
Closing date: Sunday 7th June 2026
Preliminary technical interviews are scheduled for 10th to 12th June (via Teams).
Salary: £119,124 – £139,124
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Full Time
Expires: 07/06/2026
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