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South West based charitable housing association BCHA was founded over 50 years ago with a continuing mission to meet housing need and end homelessness. We aim to achieve this through the building and provision of affordable and secure homes, and by supporting individuals to take control and lead independent, fulfilled lives. Whether we are developing sites or supporting people with housing, learning or living skills, we believe in equality, the importance of every individual and the right to be valued and treated with dignity and respect. Our doors are open to everyone.

Position:

BCHA is looking for a Repairs and Compliance Manager to lead the in-house team delivering responsive and planned works for our customers, and to also lead on our compliance activities, across the South-West of England.

An ambitious transformation programme for our Asset and Repairs service is about to start, to include developing a quality framework, reviewing our operating model and ensuring our position as a landlord of choice.

The Repairs and Maintenance Manager will manage our Repairs and Compliance colleagues and will be key to shaping future service delivery. The recruitment comes at an exciting time for both the service and for BCHA as a whole.

This is an exciting, challenging and rewarding role giving you the opportunity to:

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  lead on service innovation and sector good practice;

• seek out new opportunities and develop service offerings;.

• lead on strategy and be able to influence key decisions;

• have a positive impact on matters of compliance and safety;

• make a real difference to our organisation and community;

• work collaboratively with asset management to achieve our ambitions;

• ensure our properties are building safe and fully compliant with all regulatory and legislative responsibilities;

• work in a professional and supportive environment;

Closing date: 3rd May

Interview dates: 10th and 11th May.

Requirements:

Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly with individuals from all levels of the organisation and external partners, and to manage effective liaison with a variety of different customers, contractors and stakeholders.

Excellent time management skills, and the ability to prioritise own and team workload effectively.

Able to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Ability to manage emergency situations calmly and professionally.

Proactive, enthusiastic and self-motivated.

Strong inter-personal skills, emotionally intelligent, confident and assured.