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Title: Electrical Lead Operative (Qualified Supervisor) Contract Type: Permanent, Full time, 35 hoursSalary: up to £40,000 per annum, dependant on experienceGrade: 6Reporting Office: Manchester, Trafford Persona: Mobile/Field Based Worker - contractual hours to be worked from various locations such as resident home, estates etc, with ad hoc office attendance as requiredClosing Date: 4th November at 9am Interview Dates: 12th November at our office in StretfordEarly applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Please click here for the role profile - <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHATQNbJ2AB0yz0Yeq/K4SoDI51lUAys/hsLBzsbV1B15Pm5tcXO20Us5iEP+RBexUT" target="_blank">Electrical Lead Operative - Role Profile.doc</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Join our Maintenance Team at L&amp;Q:L&amp;Q are looking for an experienced Electrician to take on this exciting new hybrid role within our in-house maintenance team working out of various locations covering the Northwest and the surrounding areas (further information at interview or upon request).This is a rewarding and exciting opportunity to make a difference to our residents’ life and lead the way in delivering a customer centred service. Our Electricians are responsible for ensuring that all they do is with our residents’ satisfaction and best interests in mind. You will work alongside the current Electricians with a day to day run list of jobs, dealing with all aspects of electrical maintenance within our properties. Including CCU upgrades, fault finding, accessory changes, electrical testing as required and ensuring our homes are safe, compliant, and habitable. The focus will be on high quality work, outstanding customer service and a right first-time attitude.As lead electrician, you will have additional duties serving as a ‘Qualified Supervisor’, registered with a CPS scheme (NICEIC). As such, you will be given the required time to enable you to carry out these additional tasks alongside your daily jobs.The lead electrician will have fundamental responsibility to ensure the quality &amp; compliance of the day-to-day work of the business, to negate so far as is reasonably practicable, the risk of damage to L&amp;Q property. They will be responsible for ensuring electrical installation work carried out by the local in-house electrical team is compliant. The lead will ensure that results of inspection and testing are properly recorded on the appropriate prescribed forms of certification reporting and reviews and confirms the results for acceptability, as well as report notifiable works to Building Control.As an L&amp;Q employee you will ensure that you demonstrate our values (People, Impact, Inclusion, Responsibility and Passion) consistently. We are focused on meeting targets, both financial and customer related working to time frames and making sure that jobs per day are completed on time and within cost. The team must have a firm knowledge and be ability to actively contribute to ensuring that the Direct Maintenance team’s KPIs are meet.Your impact in the role:We are looking for experienced individuals, ideally with ‘QS’ experience (but guidance will be given, if not), with a good working knowledge within the building and/or housing environment, particularly within social housing or local authority, with experience of working within domestic and light commercial electrical roles.You will have a gained good electrical knowledge, understanding and experience of inspection &amp; testing of electrical installations, including good ability to fault find and identify dangers. Be able to undertake repairs and achieve ‘first time fixes’ to ensure services are maintained.Have a good working knowledge of BS7671:2018 (and previous editions), as well as other electrical standards.You will have the ability to self-manage and work in a pressured environment under strict time constraints, and a have excellent customer service with proven track record in delivering service to internal and external customers.As well as a customer service focus candidate will have a good understanding of the Health and Safety requirements and will act with resident safety in mind.To be considered for the role, the ideal candidate will hold qualifications within the following required areas:<ul><li>NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Apprenticeship, or equivalent older craft qualification, inc End Point Assessment (AM2) (Table A4.8)</li><li>Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (Table A4.9)</li><li>Level3 Inspection &amp; Testing- Initial verification (Table A4.10)</li><li>Level 3 Inspection &amp; Testing- Periodic Inspection (Table A4.11)</li><li>At least 2 years’ evidence of responsibility for the technical standard of Electrotechnical work and evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development. (Following formal qualification).</li><li>Must have own hand tools (larger tools and specialist equipment will be arranged if needed)</li></ul>Source - Qualifying certification/documentation and tables details for discipline area can be found at <a href="https://electrical.theiet.org/media/4k4bw244/eas-qualifications-guide-october-2024.pdf" target="_blank">https://electrical.theiet.org/media/4k4bw244/eas-qualifications-guide-october-2024.pdf</a>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!#TJ





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London and Quadrant Housing Trust

Electrical Lead Operative (Qualified Supervisor) 7213

TCH REPAIRS
Head Office Monson House, Monson Way, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1LQ
Role: Voids Clearance Driver Labourer
Reports to: Voids Supervisor
The Role: As a Voids Clearance Driver/labourer you operate a clearance vehicle and undertake a variety of tasks identified in a void property as per a specification produced by the Voids Manager and/or Supervisor, taking ownership of work, operating within Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters. Working arrangements may be as part of a team or lone working, dependent upon the scope of the works required. Works may include but not limited to, property clearance, redecoration, cleaning and two man assistance works.
Accountabilities:
<ul>
 <li>Operating a clearance vehicle, loading and unloading of material</li>
 <li>Removing contents from void addresses and tipping this at the waste management site</li>
 <li>Performing cleaning duties on a void property, to assist the management team</li>
 <li>Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices</li>
 <li>Affording excellent customer service to client representatives</li>
 <li>Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner</li>
</ul>
Comply with safeguarding policy and H&amp;S standards at all times. Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures.
Essential and Desirable Criteria
Essential:
<ul>
 <li>Previous experience in a similar role</li>
 <li>Full UK driving licence</li>
</ul>
Desirable:
<ul>
 <li>Social Housing Experience</li>
 <li>Previous experience in Voids or Property repairs/maintenance</li>
</ul>
Additionally:
<ul>
 <li>You must possess a high degree of manual dexterity as there will be frequent use of hand tools</li>
 <li>You may be required to work at height or uneven ground</li>
 <li>You must also be able to work within a confined space, without restriction</li>
</ul>
How to apply: We currently have a vacancy available in covering all our areas in Kent and East Sussex. Please complete our application form by clicking on the link below.
<a href="#">Clearance Drive and Labourer Application Form</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Clearance Driver / Labourer

TCH REPAIRS
Head Office Monson House, Monson Way, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1LQ
Role: Repairs Supervisor Reports to: Production Manager
The Role: As the Supervisor you will lead the team of trades people and sub-contractors in undertaking the required works to the highest possible standard, covering properties across various locations around the Tunbridge Wells area. As the Supervisor, you will motivate, coach and retain our tradespeople and ensure commitment, outstanding workmanship and performance in line with KPI's.
Accountabilities:
<ul>
<li>Liaise with all operatives in team and scheduler, deal with issues that arise.</li>
<li>Check and monitor Follow Ons. Approve/decline and ensure process is being followed. Any follow Ons to have materials, attendance and timeframe agreed and next appointment agreed with customer through the scheduler.</li>
<li>Review and monitor No Accesses and ensure process has been followed. Operatives should phone ahead.</li>
<li>Monitor operative diaries for start/finish times, productivity, ensure working hours are fulfilled.</li>
<li>Ensure operatives are using PDAs correctly - Photographs and audit notes are being added and that jobs are completed down in real time as and when done. Monitor times spent at suppliers and feedback wasted time with schedulers.</li>
<li>Ensure that any materials required have been ordered, assist where necessary.</li>
<li>Review vehicle movements on RAMs/Telematics.</li>
<li>Issue any permits to work as necessary (hot work, ground penetration, electric tool use).</li>
<li>Report any and all accidents within 24hrs. Ensure support is given to Customer Care team in dealing with complaints/disrepair.</li>
<li>Weekly full review of diary with scheduler and follow up on material orders.</li>
<li>Carry out pre-inspections/surveys as needed. Carry out a minimum of 2 WIP checks per week with operatives.</li>
<li>Provide feedback from the weekly productivity report.</li>
<li>Ensure all 240v electrical tools are PAT tested and added to register 110v 3 monthly, cordless battery chargers annually.</li>
<li>Carry out vehicle inspections with all operatives in team.</li>
<li>Carry out access equipment checks and added to register.</li>
<li>Ensure all operatives have the correct PPE available to them as designated by the company. Ensure all operatives have the correct tools as issued and that condition is checked. Minimum 10% post inspections on all completed work in the month.</li>
<li>Undertake Tool box Talks, ensuring attendee lists and discussion points are documented and saved accordingly. Ensure Operatives daily, weekly, monthly tasks are being carried out.</li>
<li>Be initial point of contact for all operatives in your team and their spokesperson.</li>
<li>Deal with investigations if required for operative and complaint issues. Complete all RTWs on day of return following sickness. Communication to be verbal, not texted.</li>
<li>Manage annual leave requests ensuring that only a minority are off at any one time.</li>
<li>Review and identification of training needs for operatives in team to include specialisms e.g. PASMA, TETRA etc. Conduct monthly 1-2-1 with them and document key items. Check they are ok and have healthy conversations about mental health.</li>
<li>Manage HR issues through to conclusion. Provide cover for other supervisors when on annual. Authorisation of operative expenses.</li>
<li>Build relationships with the schedulers and guide/feedback from the operatives.</li>
<li>Work to understand/develop correct van stock to increase FTF. Champion Safeguarding as we can support customers by raising concerns to TCH.</li>
<li>Disrepair jobs - follow Do's and Don'ts.</li>
<li>Compliments and complaints to be fed back immediately to operatives.</li>
</ul>
Essential and Desirable Criteria
Essential:
<ul>
<li>Excellent communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent leadership skills</li>
<li>Excellent dispute resolution skills</li>
<li>Experience of supervising teams</li>
<li>Good understanding of building maintenance</li>
<li>IT literate</li>
</ul>
Desirable:
<ul>
<li>Social Housing experience</li>
<li>City and Guilds to appropriate level</li>
<li>Experience of PDA's use</li>
<li>'Can do' attitude</li>
<li>Proactive Professional approach with high standards</li>
</ul>
How to apply: This is role is a 12 month fixed term contract and you will be covering North Kent. Please complete our application form by clicking on the link below.
<a href="#">Repairs Supervisor Application Form</a>





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Repairs Supervisor

Title: Handy Person North NeighbourhoodContract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per weekSalary: £28,191 per annumReporting Office: West Ham Lane StratfordWorking Location: Across North East LondonPersona: Mobile (Full Manual Driving License Essential)Closing Date: 27th October at 11pmInterview Date: 3rd November. <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.DBSFor this post the successful candidate will need to apply for or be in possession of an Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) to enable them to work within the team. For further information about the Disclosure Barring Service please visit <a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk</a>Join our Estate Caretaking Service Team at L&amp;Q:<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAITCY70aMnLzPVWspNYT2EadkoS8pE20uWRbOYyO+GQZq48qLk7akO+h8xMgkv4TnseXbVfHSochMBSeP4Du3UJ" target="_blank">Role Profile Handyperson.docx</a> This is an exciting opportunity to join the Estate Caretaking Service, which is a key function of our continuing commitment to providing a responsive customer-based service for our residents.The role is for a Handy Person who will assist in the delivery of our estate services to provide a high standard of maintenance in communal areas, within our blocks, and on our estates.If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!Your impact in the role:You will be working as part of a team, but predominantly working alone, assisting in the delivery of our estate services to provide a high standard of minor repairs in communal areas, within our blocks, and on our estates.You will be carrying out communal repairs that will pre-planned projects involving painting, decorating, grounds work, and general improvement of schemes.You will also be liaising directly with L&amp;Q staff, residents, and contractors and you must have due regard to health &amp; safety and security issues.You will be responsible for the vehicle, tools and equipment provided to youWhat you'll bring:Capable of identifying H&amp;S risks and carrying out a variety of communal repair jobs.Trade skills or DIY or Gardening experience is essential.Full UK Driving Licence is essential.A good communicator and willing to learn new skills as the service adapts to the changing needs within the Trust.Confident working remotely as part of a team therefore you must have good interpersonal skills and be able to arrange work schedules and plan the implementation of work.Be self-motivated, proactive, and able to organise your time effectively and be aware of safe working practices.Confident in using basic IT packagesBe committed to providing excellent customer service We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&amp;Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England.At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more.If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us! <ul></ul>

Handyperson North London - 7189

Title: Scheme Improvement HandypersonContract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hoursSalary: £28,191 per annum Grade: 3Reporting Office: London, Stratford Persona: Site Based Worker, Contractual hours to be worked from allocated site(s), with ad hoc office attendance as requiredClosing Date: 28th October at 9amInterview Dates: 3rd NovemberPlease click here for the role profile - <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHA1Bnc+eC9LdO/a2aPvs8raFDLnwDGqw/ROWz0WtiPnDkaGVrjqmOVNtWEjIrd82oi" target="_blank">Handyperson Role Profile.docx</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.*Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks) Join our Scheme Improvement Team at L&amp;Q: The Scheme Improvement Team is part of our Caretaking Service and is a key function of our continuing commitment to providing a responsive customer-based service for our residents.Your impact in the role:<ul><li>You will be working as part of a team assisting in delivery of our estate services to provide a high standard of maintenance in communal areas, within our blocks and on our estates.</li><li>You will be carrying out pre-planned projects involving painting, decorating, grounds work, and general improvement of schemes, as well as some minor maintenance where necessary.</li><li>You will also be liaising directly with L&amp;Q staff, residents and contractors and you must have due regard to health &amp; safety and security issues.</li></ul>What you'll bring:<ul><li>You should be capable of carrying out a variety repair jobs and able to work effectively as part of a team and under your own initiative.</li><li>Capable of trade skills or DIY or Gardening experience is essential.</li><li>A good communicator and be willing to learn new skills as the service adapts to the changing needs within the Trust.</li><li>Confident working remotely as part of a team therefore you must have good interpersonal skills and be able to arrange work schedules and plan the implementation of work.</li><li>Be self-motivated, proactive and able to organise your time effectively and aware of safe working practices.</li><li>It is an essential requirement that you have a good standard of both literacy and IT skills, as you will be required to use a PC undertaking online courses and assessments. We can further your skills during the probation period.</li></ul>A Full UK, manual, driving license is essential as you will be required to drive a company vehicle. (Large Ford Transit)DBSFor this post the successful candidate will need to apply for or be in possession of an Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) to enable them to work within the team. For further information about the Disclosure Barring Service please visit <a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk</a>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a> to read more. At L&amp;Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!<ul></ul>

Handyperson Scheme Improvement - 7195

Title: Head of Maintenance Services (North Region)Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week Salary: £90,480 - £100,207 per annum dependant on experience *Plus essential car user allowance of £1,300 per annumReporting Office: London, Stratford Persona: Agile (20% - 40% office working)Closing date for completed applications 31st October at 5pmInterviews will be carried out in NovemberPlease apply through the following link: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4311567088/" target="_blank">L&amp;Q Head of Maintenance Apply </a><a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>… Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.*Previous Applicants May Not Apply* - (if prior applications were regretted within 12 weeks) <a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAI3dMyH7+aRsXJPdz+CdVHAZRDNJEuKRbW4LAh7E5ua9QCoXlQw+4BlvvSAcFxqqbrZ8Ok6lZmQGv73pxkvHiSP" target="_blank">Head of Maintenance - Role Profile.docx</a>Are you an exceptional leader with property experience and a desire for continuous improvement?L&amp;Q are looking for a Head of Maintenance Services to focus on the organisation’s Repairs Service covering our North London region, plus surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity to join the organisation as we embark on our journey from C2 to C1 and support us in achieving and maintaining top quartile performance in the sector. You will oversee a large operation, managing the in-house delivery of repairs to c.50,000 homes. You will report to the Director of Maintenance Operations and will have a team of Maintenance Managers within each area reporting into you. Working across a large geographical region with direct responsibility for the operational leadership for direct maintenance services under your control. You will ensure that there is a focus on achieving budgets; with responsibility of a budget of circa £40 million and financial plans ensure that the region provide a cost-effective service delivery and ensure the management of robust contract management. This role has direct influence over improving customer satisfaction, efficiency and productivity and ensuring that our residents have seamless customer focused experiences. Placing focus on a right first time approach. Working with multiple stakeholders across L&amp;Q to improve efficient and effective service that removes complexity and delivers the best possible outcomes for customers. The Head of service will deliver our people strategies and approaches to ensure we can attract and retain the best people, develop Managers and DM’s Academy approach. Working in line with and promoting the L&amp;Q Values and ensuring that Managers are delivering on our behavioural framework. You will have a good understanding of Health and Safety standards, regulatory and governance compliance for Maintenance services and make sure that they are adhered to and that risks are understood and managed. To be considered for this role candidates will have:<ul><li>Level 4 or above CIH qualification or equivalent experience</li></ul><ul><li>Proven leadership in a senior repairs / maintenance role within social housing or a similar environment </li></ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of housing legislation and compliance with requirements </li></ul><ul><li>Have a track record of managing large budgets efficiently, with evidence of cost control and value of money </li></ul><ul><li>A successful track record of developing and delivering long term, integrated strategies in collaboration with others across a large portfolio of properties and estates </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of managing a large teams both office and field based, including in-depth knowledge of relevant H&amp;S requirements </li></ul>A Recruitment Advocate will join this recruitment process as a panel member. This is part of an internal scheme supporting our recruitment process to be fair, transparent and consistent, particularly at senior levels.About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&amp;Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q. L&amp;Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. 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This is an exciting opportunity to support the Dartford Borough Council community. Working for Housing Services, you will be our Handyperson undertaking maintenance and repair tasks within our tenant’s homes and also our common areas on our estates. This is a front line role and you will be supported by our Housing Maintenance team in providing excellent customer service.
The role includes:
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Undertake maintenance and minor repairs
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete external landscaping to grounds maintenance
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Repair equipment
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Complete internal and external painting
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Assembling tenants furniture
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Identify and report the need for associated repair works
•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Undertake quality control inspections of contractors minor repairs
Relevant experience is essential. The successful applicant will have experience with hardware tools and equipment and knowledge of building and construction. You will also have basic math skills, great communication skills, be well organised and able to problem solve with an attention to detail. &nbsp;Full UK driving licence is essential. You will be provided with a works vehicle.
This post is considered by DBC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.
“The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer”

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