District Estates Maintenance Manager
Location: Hampshire
Contract: Ongoing temporary contract
Rate: £28 per hour PAYE / £36 per hour Umbrella or Deemed LTD (Inside IR35)
We are working with a Council in Hampshire who are currently looking to appoint a highly capable and driven District Estates Maintenance Manager to join our Housing Operations and Voids Services team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual with a strong technical background and operational experience to help shape and deliver critical housing maintenance services across our estate.
Working across a substantial and diverse housing portfolio, you will lead on the management of void repairs, oversee the securing of regeneration properties, and support a range of planned and responsive maintenance projects. You will be responsible for managing a multi-disciplinary team including in-house operatives, contractors, suppliers, and back-office support functions to deliver an efficient and compliant service in line with Council policies and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage voids delivery, overseeing contractor performance and timely turnaround of empty homes.
* Manage and co-ordinate area maintenance teams and all related operational functions, including resource planning and supply chain engagement.
* Deliver value-for-money, high-quality repairs and maintenance services to improve the condition and performance of the Council’s housing stock.
* Manage a significant budget (c. £7.7m), ensuring efficient use of resources, robust financial controls and compliance with procurement regulations.
* Work collaboratively with Housing Investment, Housing Management, and Tenant Representatives to develop and deliver targeted maintenance solutions.
* Promote and enable innovation, business improvement and commercial opportunities within the service.
* Ensure robust compliance with all Health & Safety and regulatory obligations including CDM, gas, electrical, asbestos, and safeguarding standards.
What We’re Looking For:
* Professionally qualified with an HNC/HND in Construction or equivalent; IOSH or similar compliance training is expected, with CIOB, RICS, or CIH membership highly desirable.
* Demonstrable experience in managing large-scale housing repairs and maintenance services in a public sector or similar complex environment.
* Strong commercial acumen with a proactive approach to service improvement, innovation, and budget control.
* A confident and effective leader with the ability to inspire teams, manage performance, and deliver outcomes aligned to corporate priorities.
* Sound understanding of housing legislation, contract management, and procurement best practice.
* Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with stakeholders, including tenants, elected members, partners, and colleagues.
If interested or have any questions, please get in touch with James at Service Care Solutions on 01772208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk