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Job Title: Head of Service Location: South London Contract Type: Temporary (Ongoing) Day Rate: 700 - 750 per day Start Date: ASAP Overview: We are working with a dynamic and forward-thinking South London local authority to appoint a highly experienced Head of Service to lead the Repairs and Damp & Mould portfolio within their Housing Directorate. This is a senior interim role requiring a hands-on, strategic leader to take ownership of the responsive repairs service, while also developing and driving the council's approach to tackling damp, mould, and condensation issues across its housing stock. The role is pivotal in delivering safe, decent, and high-quality homes for residents, with a clear focus on compliance, customer satisfaction, and service improvement. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic and operational leadership of the housing repairs , voids , and damp & mould services. Lead the council's response to damp and mould complaints, ensuring timely inspections, root cause identification, and robust resolution strategies. Oversee and improve the delivery of day-to-day repairs, ensuring performance targets and KPIs are consistently met. Drive transformation and continuous improvement within the service, enhancing resident satisfaction and operational efficiency. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS), landlord obligations, and regulatory standards. Develop and implement a proactive damp and mould strategy, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and residents. Lead a large multi-disciplinary team including surveyors, repairs operatives, case officers, and contract managers. Manage significant budgets and oversee contractual performance, particularly in relation to damp and mould remediation works. Provide regular reports and updates to senior leadership, councillors, and external bodies such as the Housing Ombudsman or Regulator of Social Housing where required. Ideal Candidate Profile: Substantial senior leadership experience in repairs and maintenance within a local authority or social housing provider . Demonstrable expertise in managing damp, mould, and disrepair issues at a strategic level. Strong technical understanding of property maintenance, building pathology, and HHSRS. Track record of delivering service transformation, driving improvements, and managing performance in housing repairs services. Confident managing large teams, complex budgets, and multiple contractors. Politically astute and highly responsive to emerging housing and compliance issues. Relevant professional qualifications in housing, construction, or surveying (e.g. CIH, RICS, CIOB) are desirable. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a short cover note highlighting your relevant experience. This is an urgent requirement, and early applications are strongly encouraged.

Role: Homeowner Services Officer 2 positions available Location: Eastleigh Type: Perm role Salary: Up to £36.8k per annum Hours: 37 hours per week We're delighted to be recruiting for two Homeowner Services Officers to join our exciting Specialist Residential Services team. Your main purpose will be to manage a portfolio of leasehold, freehold and shared ownership properties, taking full responsibility for leasehold management and providing specialist advice to our customers both internally and externally. You will confidently lead on the scrutinising and management of service charge enquiries, investigating and remedying lease breaches, handling lease extension claims alongside our legal teams and acting as a point of contact for other lease specific enquiries and processes. Key Responsibilities: Manage a wide portfolio taking full responsibility for leasehold management. Provide specialist advice on lease covenants, subletting, alterations and lease variations. Provide expert leasehold advice on clauses pertaining to leases, covenants and demised areas and leaseholder rights and responsibilities. Support our Leasehold Admin Officer with consents where necessary and take appropriate enforcement action when required for breach of lease covenants. Manage breaches of lease and take relevant court action for forfeiture. Support with Section 20 and QLTA consultations and the management of observations. Optimise income for the business through the collection of service charge arrears, service charge setting and scrutiny and major work recharges. Represent Abri at the First Tier Tribunal to defend leasehold challenges or present cases for tribunal determination. Audit costs, collated by the Finance Service Charge team, for repairs, management fees and general service charges. Work closely with resident s associations in respect of estate improvements, account enquiries and planned maintenance programmes. Investigate subletting fraud in line with Abri s procedures, ensuring that all appropriate actions are taken. Resolution of complaints and enquiries by providing information as requested. Required experience CIH or RPM qualified desired, or committed to complete the qualification. Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 and Landlord and Tenant act as they effect residential leaseholders. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of applying Commonhold and Leasehold law as it relates to, assignments, consents, enfranchisement, lease extension, breach of covenants and service charges. Ability to analyse and interpret lease covenants. Understand and apply knowledge of health & safety legislation as it effects and the risks that relate to the neighbourhood roles and their responsibilities. Ability to deal with difficult, sensitive and challenging behaviour and situations. Please apply or call Leah Seber at Build Recruitment

Building Surveyor Swindon £46 per hour Umbrella (inside IR35) Ready to use your surveying expertise to improve thousands of homes and community buildings? Our local authority client is seeking a proactive Repairs Surveyor to help deliver a high quality, value for money revenue repairs service across approximately 10,500 tenanted homes, 3,000 garages and 700 corporate and commercial operational properties. You will work closely with contractors, housing officers and building users to diagnose issues, ensure safety and compliance, and keep customers at the heart of every decision. Why Join This Team? Make a visible difference across a large and varied public sector portfolio Supportive culture with clear development pathways and professional training Strong focus on safety, compliance and customer satisfaction Opportunity to shape service improvements and modern working practices Competitive package with stable, meaningful work that benefits local communities Key Responsibilities Manage day to day responsive repairs across domestic and commercial properties Undertake surveys, diagnose gas service faults and specify effective solutions Plan and support safety inspection programmes in line with Regulations and service standards Raise and manage work orders and variations with accurate, timely documentation Liaise with contractors, provide risk assessments and monitor health and safety on site Ensure compliance, certification currency and adherence to CDM and asbestos regulations Support housing officers with complex technical matters and no access cases Survey, specify and manage works related to insurance damage and disrepair claims, including expert witness duties Assist with budgets, valuations, variations, contractual claims and complaint resolution Maintain records and contribute to continuous service improvement and performance targets What They're Looking For Minimum 2 years of building surveying and inspection experience including contract administration Strong knowledge of construction methods, building faults, remedial measures and relevant legislation Solid understanding of disrepair frameworks, planning and building regulations, and CDM Confident diagnosing repairs, recommending cost effective solutions and approving day to day expenditure Clear communicator who can engage tenants, leaseholders, colleagues and external partners Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with experience using property and repairs systems HNC or equivalent in a construction related discipline and a current driving licence Flexible, improvement minded and comfortable supervising or inducting staff when required Take the next step in your surveying career with a role that blends technical challenge, community impact and professional growth. Apply now. For an informal discussion, contact Declan Bacon at Carrington West on (phone number removed).

Repairs Coordinator Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Barnsley 2x Days office, 3x days home working Hourly Rate: 15 PAYE or 19 Umbrella We are seeking a Repairs Coordinator to support the function of the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section to meet compliance requirements. This role is crucial in contributing to the overall objectives of our client's organisation, ensuring the delivery of a highly efficient, economic, safe, customer-focused, and high-quality service. Day-to-day of the role: Work closely with Compliance Officers and Compliance Managers to deliver service improvements. Ensure that the Repairs, Maintenance & Building Safety Section meets compliance requirements and maintains high standards of safety and quality. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Assist in the coordination and management of damp and mould issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience of working in a Construction, Engineering, Maintenance or Manufacturing environment Experience of providing technical support to operational management, including an understanding of procedures used to improve service delivery Application Form Substantial knowledge of the issues relating to the delivery of services within Construction, Repairs and Maintenance An awareness of Financial Regulations in relation to procurement rules

Job Title: Senior Estate Manager - Social Housing Location: South East London Rate: 32 - 41 per hour Contract: Temporary Start Date: ASAP About the Role: We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established local authority/housing association for an experienced Senior Estate Manager to join their housing services team in South East London . This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned housing professional to take ownership of multiple estates and lead estate services to the highest standard. As Senior Estate Manager, you will be the key contact for estate-related issues across a defined patch, ensuring properties, communal areas, and the wider estate environment are safe, well-maintained, and responsive to resident needs. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of estates across South East London, ensuring a high-quality housing management service is delivered. Conduct regular estate inspections, identifying and resolving any issues related to repairs, cleanliness, ASB, grounds maintenance, and communal safety. Work closely with contractors and internal teams to ensure service standards and KPIs are met or exceeded. Handle complex tenancy management issues, including anti-social behaviour (ASB), neighbour disputes, and breaches of tenancy agreements. Liaise with residents, leaseholders, and resident associations to respond effectively to enquiries and complaints. Monitor service charge budgets and ensure value for money in all estate-related services. Lead or support on projects related to estate regeneration, major works, or service improvements. Provide leadership and support to junior estate officers or neighbourhood staff (if applicable). Ensure all activity complies with health & safety, safeguarding, and housing regulation standards. Requirements: Proven experience in a senior housing/estate management role within the public or social housing sector. In-depth knowledge of tenancy management, estate inspections, contractor liaison, and resident engagement. Strong understanding of housing legislation, health and safety compliance, and safeguarding. Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred but not essential). Why Apply? Competitive hourly rate of 32- 41 per hour , paid weekly. Opportunity to work with a respected housing provider making a real difference in the community. Dynamic and collaborative working environment with scope for ongoing assignments. How to Apply: If you're an experienced housing professional ready for your next challenge in estate management, apply today with your updated CV.

Payables and Receivable Officer 1 x FTC 12 Month Maternity cover and 1 x Permanent post Location: Hybrid home working / Didsbury / Manchester Salary: 26,250 increasing to 27,107 after 6 months Full Time / 35 hours per week Southway Housing Trust is a committed and forward-thinking community focused housing association dedicated to providing excellent homes and outstanding customer care. With a vision of Thriving Communities, Southway manages over 6,000 homes across Greater Manchester. Southway strives to reduce child poverty, loneliness and isolation and increase employment, social connectedness and pride in neighbourhoods. Guided by the values of being Caring, Committed and Successful Together, Southway values diversity in all aspects of its communities and operations An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Finance team. We have two posts for a Payables and Receivable Officer, one to cover for maternity leave for 12 months and a permanent position. To support the delivery of the Southway Group's core accounting operations including transaction processing, maintenance of payables and receivables ledgers, inter-company billings, management of funds held on behalf of other organisations and resolution of queries with budget holders. You will also have: - accounts and general ledger skills. - good verbal communication skills, able to manage relations with internal customers effectively. - excel skills, with a knowledge of a range of functions and their application. Your main responsibilities would include: Payables 1. Assist the Payables Supervisor ensure timely supplier payments for Southway Housing Trust and each of its subsidiaries: Log and process invoices and credit notes, entering correct VAT coding. Match invoices to purchase orders approved in line with financial regulations. Support the preparation of weekly BACS payment through the online banking system. Prepare cash book journals and check differences in bank statement entries. Liaise with budget holders regarding outstanding payments and purchase order queries. Interface repairs & material purchases to finance system, investigate and resolve issues. Process sundry payments and rent refund requests. Ensure effective control over payments taken by direct debit. Prepare credit card statement journals from receipt logs provided by card holders. Reconcile supplier statements to the purchase ledger monthly. 2. Assist the Financial Services Team Leader maintain accurate Accounts Payable ledgers: Closedown the Accounts Payables ledger at month end, resolve unprocessed batches. Prepare schedules of unapproved invoices, distribute these to budget holders and record explanations for items which remain unpaid. Investigate and resolve system issues which impact on the Payables function. Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency. Receivables 3. Assist the Financial Services Team Leader maintain accurate Accounts Receivables ledgers: Perform credit checks and ensure all accounts operate within their credit limits. Raise sundry invoices to customers in an accurate and timely manner. Allocate receipts to specific receivables invoices. Post journal entries before ledger close down. Reconcile receivables accounts on a timely basis, following up unidentified cash receipts. Reconcile receivables transactions on the bank statement daily. Produce regular updated ageing receivables report. General 4. Provide additional support to the Finance Team: Closing Date: 26 January 2025 Interview Date: to be confirmed For an informal discussion about this role please contact Abeer Omer, Financial Services Team Leader We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from suitably skilled people from all sectors of the community. All applicants who have a disability or are ex armed forces that meet the minimum essential criteria for the post will be invited to interview. If you have a disability or are ex armed forces, please tell us about this on your application form and please let us know about any special arrangements you would like us to make if you are invited in for an interview.