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Director of Repairs Transformation

Goodman Masson
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an experienced leader in housing maintenance with a focus on strategic transformation.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in setting up and scaling DLO operations within a housing or public sector environment.
  • The role involves designing a multi-trade DLO model, recruiting a high-performing team, and managing supplier frameworks.
  • A strong knowledge of procurement strategies, JCT contracts, and Dynamic Purchasing Systems is required.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and candidates should have a minimum of several years of relevant experience.

Are you an experienced leader with a track record of strategic transformation in housing maintenance? This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of a leading housing association's repairs and maintenance service.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

  • Designing and implementing a multi-trade DLO model, ensuring operational excellence and long-term sustainability.
  • Recruiting, building, and scaling a high-performing multi-trade team to deliver responsive repairs effectively.
  • Mobilising the DLO from the ground up, including procurement, supplier engagement, and strategic planning.
  • Managing a newly procured Tier 1 supplier frameworks and ensuring seamless integration into the organisation's maintenance strategy.
  • Applying procurement expertise, particularly around JCT contracts, and identifying flexible solutions to enhance service delivery.
  • Utilising Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) to drive efficiency and value for money.
  • Understanding external market factors affecting the responsive repairs sector, including regulatory, financial, and workforce challenges.
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience in setting up and scaling DLO operations within a housing or public sector environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Tier 1 supplier frameworks and procurement strategies.
  • Familiarity with JCT contracts and the ability to identify innovative contract solutions.
  • Expertise in DPS and supply chain management for responsive repairs.
  • A strategic mindset, with the ability to navigate external challenges impacting the housing maintenance sector.
Why Join?
  • Shape the future of a large housing association's in-house maintenance team.
  • Make a real impact on the quality and efficiency of repairs and maintenance services.
  • Lead a high-profile transformation project with full executive backing.

If you're ready for a career-defining role, get in touch!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.