Communal Contracts Manager South

Our Vacancy

Peabody is on a mission to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient Heat Networks that provide real value to our residents and communities. As a Communal Contracts Manager South, you’ll lead the management of our communal plant schemes, oversee responsive and major repairs, and make sure our Heat Networks run smoothly and efficiently.

Day-to-day, you’ll manage budgets, ensure compliance, and work with colleagues, contractors, and customers to deliver excellent service. Whether you’re reviewing performance with partners, resolving customer queries, or driving improvements across 150 schemes, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the customer experience and delivering value for money.

You’ll be part of our Mechanical Services Team, collaborating across Peabody and with external stakeholders. If you’re motivated by problem-solving, service improvement, and delivering results for customers, this is the role for you.

To be successful in this role, you’re:

• Experienced in managing heat networks, communal plant schemes, and repairs
• Qualified in Commercial Gas (in date) – applicants must include their Gas Safety registration number in their supportive statement
• Skilled in working with ASHPs (Air Source Heat Pumps)
• Confident in budget management and delivering value for money
• Up to date with Health & Safety and relevant legislation
• An excellent communicator who can engage with a wide range of stakeholders
• Customer-focused, with a passion for delivering a great service
• Collaborative, adaptable, and able to find solutions under pressure

Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4x salary life assurance
• Up to 10% pension contribution

Interviews: 1st & 2nd October 2025 (via MS Teams)

Ready to Apply?

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist Victoria Wilson at victoria.wilson1@peabody.org.uk.

We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.

Please note: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.

Attached documents:

• Communual Contracts Manager South Role Profile.pdf - Role Profile