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About the role
As the Assistant Director of Responsive Repairs you will be responsible for the successful management of Southwark’s housing repairs services, ensuring that safety standards are maintained and compliance is achieved with key statutory obligations, including the Social Housing (Regulation) Bill, Fire Safety Act, and Building Safety Act. This is a role of significant responsibility, focusing on upholding health and safety regulations while delivering efficient and effective repairs across the borough’s diverse housing stock.
You will lead the strategic direction of the service, collaborating with teams across the council and key external partners to ensure Southwark’s housing portfolio is well-maintained and secure. As part of your role, you will advise senior leadership on high-level and complex repairs matters, driving service improvements and ensuring residents receive a timely, responsive service.
You will oversee an annual budget of £50 million, identifying technological innovations to enhance service delivery, and embedding a work culture that prioritises health and safety, equality, and sustainability. Ultimately, this position is about shaping a resident-focused service that aligns with Southwark’s values, contributing to the wellbeing and safety of our communities.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced professional, dynamic, highly skilled, motivated and collaborative leader, with a comprehensive understanding of key legislation, particularly around building safety, and a strong grasp of the financial and operational challenges facing local authorities.
Your extensive experience in strategic planning, service development, and implementing large-scale improvement programmes will be crucial. You will need to demonstrate a proven track record of success within complex political environments, with the ability to influence and engage key stakeholders effectively. This means you will need to hold full membership with either the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) or the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
You will need to be a good communicator who can connect with Southwark’s diverse communities, address residents' needs, and lead a service that drives positive outcomes for everyone.
If you are passionate about making a tangible difference in a borough as diverse and dynamic as Southwark, and if you have the skills to lead innovation, sustainability, and resident-focused service delivery, we would love to hear from you.
Additional Information
CLICK HERE to apply for this position. Applications received through the Southwark Careers website will not be reviewed.
For more information on all the roles we are recruiting to visit, https://. For a confidential discussion about your suitability, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Helen Anderson (), Maud Hollis (), or Clare Connor ().
At Southwark, we believe in creating opportunities for everyone. As part of our ongoing commitment to building an inclusive and supportive workplace, we offer a Guaranteed Interview scheme for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. If you meet the essential criteria for the role and identify with any of the following groups, you will qualify for the Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
- Current or former member of the armed forces
- Someone who is, or has previously been in care
- A person with a disability or long-term health condition
We value the unique perspectives and experiences you bring and are dedicated to ensuring that your potential is recognised.
Benefits and more information:
In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.
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- Assistant DIrector of Responsive Repairs - Job Description.pdf
