Berry Recruitment is offering a fantastic opportunity for a District Estates Maintenance Manager (G11 - Housing) to join our client team at Southampton City Council. This is an initial 3-month contract with the potential for full-time employment for the right candidate.

The Role:

Southampton City Council is seeking a highly motivated District Estates Maintenance Manager to work within the Housing Operations and Voids Services Team.

We are looking for strong leaders to support the delivery of multiple projects across the district. These include, but are not limited to:

Managing contractors carrying out void repair works

Overseeing and making safe regeneration properties

You will manage all aspects of the maintenance operations team, including staff, contractors, suppliers, and administrative support, in line with council policies and procedures. Your goal will be to help achieve the aims and objectives of the service.

The role involves close collaboration with the Housing Investment Team, Housing Management Team, and Tenant Representatives to identify and deliver cost-effective solutions for improving the condition of the Council's housing stock. Additionally, you will support new areas of business and uphold quality standards within commercial workstreams.

Key Details:

Location: Southampton only

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 4:15pm; Friday, 7:30am - 3:15pm

Employment: PAYE direct with Berry Recruitment (including holiday pay)

Equipment: Van, tools, uniform, and PPE provided

Team: Part of the Housing Operations team, liaising with residents and colleagues

What We're Looking For:

HNC / HND or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant experience

Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and ideally working towards IOSH Level 3

A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIOH, RICS, CIOB) is desirable, along with evidence of continued professional development

Senior management experience delivering effective contract and commercial services

Experience managing a geographically dispersed and diverse workforce

A full UK driving licence

Confident, self-motivated, and customer-focused

A strong understanding of the construction industry

Interested?

If you have the relevant managerial skills, experience, and qualifications and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please apply online now. We will review all applications and contact suitable candidates.

Please note: If you do not hear back within two weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job