Head of Repairs & Estates
£67,000.00 per year + £5,115.00 Car Allowance (subject to eligibility criteria)
37 hours per week; Permanent
Ipswich / Hybrid
Ref: IP375
Are you a strategic, customer‑focused leader with a passion for delivering high‑quality repairs, maintenance and estate services? We’re looking for a Head of Repairs & Estates to ensure our residents live in safe, well‑maintained and thriving communities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead Repairs & Maintenance and Estate Services teams, delivering a sector‑leading, customer‑first service
* Ensure compliance across all housing and estate assets, including building safety and regulatory standards
* Implement new legislation, policies and service improvements
* Drive our environmental and sustainability agenda, aligned with the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards
Key Qualifications
* Strong experience in repairs, maintenance or asset management (social housing desirable); technical knowledge of building safety, compliance and housing regulations
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high‑performing teams
* Confidence managing significant budgets and driving value for money
* Excellent communication and stakeholder skills
* A collaborative, resilient and values‑driven approach
* Level 5 qualification that aligns with conduct and competence in social housing, or to be undertaken within the first 12 months of employment
* Full driving licence required
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
* Company car allowance (subject to eligibility criteria)
* Reward and recognition awards
* Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress through the Orwell Academy
* Wellbeing programme
* Cashback Health plan
* Access to Blue Light Card (membership fees apply)
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