Head of Property

Please note: We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high number of applications, so we advise you to submit an application as early as possible.

About the role

As the Head of Property, you will lead a dynamic team responsible for delivering improvement programmes, responsive repairs and home safety services that positively impact our tenants' lives. This is a high-profile role requiring someone passionate about delivering excellent property maintenance services through external contractors, with a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills and a focus on continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage high-quality services that meet customer expectations, ensuring continuous service improvement
• Provide strategic technical advice on property-related issues to the Board, managers and stakeholders
• Implement the procurement strategy to ensure value for money and achieve business objectives
• Lead the Home Safety, Asset Management and Responsive Repairs teams to meet corporate goals and maintain the Red Kite Standard.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum HNC in construction and significant demonstrable experience
• Desirable qualifications: MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent professional standing
• Proven experience in successful project and contract management, with knowledge of up-to-date procurement methods
• Extensive experience in managing repairs and construction contracts, including compliance with procurement rules
• Strong background in health and safety regulations, building codes and other relevant legislation
• Significant management experience within the social housing/property sector, with responsibility for budgets, resources and service delivery. Management responsibility for 22 staff over 4 teams including both technical and administrative staff.

Apply for this role

Have look at the job description and if you're as excited about this fantastic opportunity as we are, please fill in our application form and submit it to Recruitment@redkitehousing.org.uk.

Or if you want to find out more, email us and we will arrange for you to talk to the recruiting manager about the role.

35-hour week pilot

Since June 2024 we have been piloting a change to our normal full-time, 37-hour 5-day week. Over the last 7 months we have been piloting a shorter 35-hour week (for the same pay as before) where staff work a full day Monday to Thursday, and finish the working week at 1pm every Friday. It’s just a pilot at this stage while we evaluate its impact on our staff, our tenants, and the service we provide, but if successful we will consider a permanent move to this way of working in 2025.

In addition to this, hybrid working is expected with 2 to 3 days a week in our modern, bright and welcoming office with dedicated parking.