Belmont Recruitment are working in partnership with Wrexham County Borough Council, who are seeking an experienced and adaptable Interim Housing Operations Manager to join their Housing & Assets team. This is initially a 3-6 month temporary contract working 37 hours per week.
You will play a key part in managing Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) operations, overseeing external contracts, and supporting the delivery of specialist projects while enabling lead officers to focus on strategic transformation.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee day-to-day operations of DLO teams and external contractors.
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Ensure compliance with housing standards and regulations, including Awabbs Law.
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Collaborate with internal teams to review performance, identify efficiencies, and streamline processes.
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Support strategic initiatives such as business case development, restructures, and service transformation.
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Provide operational resilience and responsive service delivery during organisational change.
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Contribute to high standards of service delivery for Wrexham’s contract holders.
What We’re Looking For
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Strong background in housing operations management, contract management, or repairs and maintenance services.
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Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Experience working within a local authority or housing association setting.
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Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively across teams to deliver service improvements.
If this role would be of interest to you, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible