Job Description:

Service Delivery Manager - Responsive Repairs & Awaab's Law Phase 2

• East London (Hybrid Working Available)
• £350 per day
• Interim Contract | 6 Months+
• 36 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday

We are working with a forward-thinking public sector organisation to recruit an experienced Service Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance services across a large and diverse housing portfolio.

This is a pivotal leadership role at a time of significant change within the sector, offering the opportunity to drive operational excellence while leading the implementation of Awaab's Law Phase 2. If you have a strong background in social housing repairs, operational leadership and service improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact on residents' lives.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Service, you will take ownership of responsive repairs and maintenance operations, ensuring the delivery of a safe, efficient and customer-focused service. You'll lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee contractor performance and drive improvements in productivity, quality and resident satisfaction.

You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with emerging regulatory requirements, while delivering high-performing repairs services that meet organisational objectives and resident expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance services.
• Drive the implementation of Awaab's Law Phase 2, ensuring effective systems for hazard reporting, prioritisation, escalation and remediation.
• Manage teams of Technical Supervisors, trade operatives, engineers and subcontractors.
• Monitor and improve service performance against key KPIs, including right-first-time repairs and completion times.
• Oversee substantial repairs and maintenance budgets, ensuring strong commercial and financial management.
• Drive continuous service improvement, innovation and operational efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with housing legislation, health and safety requirements and regulatory standards.
• Build strong relationships with residents, contractors, housing teams and senior stakeholders.
• Reduce outstanding works, improve customer satisfaction and enhance overall service delivery.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Extensive experience managing responsive repairs and maintenance services within social housing.
• Strong knowledge of Awaab's Law, housing compliance and statutory repair obligations.
• Experience leading large operational teams, including supervisors, trade operatives and external contractors.
• A proven track record of managing repairs and maintenance programmes with annual budgets exceeding £5 million.
• Strong contract management, budget control and commercial awareness.
• Experience driving service improvements, performance turnaround and customer satisfaction.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant building, construction or housing qualifications (HNC, Degree or equivalent).
• A full UK driving licence.

If you're an experienced Repairs Manager, Service Delivery Manager, Responsive Repairs Manager, Maintenance Operations Manager or Housing Repairs Leader, we'd love to hear from you.

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