First Choice Housing Association is looking for an Assistant Technical Services Manager to assist the Technical Services Manager in providing an effective, economic, efficient and comprehensive property maintenance service to tenants of the Association.
The right person will be a knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual to join our team, with strong values that match those of the organisation. Candidates with a degree or HNC/HND in a building-related discipline are welcome to apply. We are a developing organisation with excellent benefits. We know the importance of our people and their wellbeing and our flexible approach to work life balance is an essential part of our approach to caring for our staff.
Who we are
First Choice is at the forefront of the provision of specialised housing throughout Wales for vulnerable people with complex needs. The association is renowned for its tenant participation and we are committed to working in partnership with our stakeholders to develop best practice in development, management and maintenance of accommodation for people with additional needs.
The association works closely with Local Authorities, NHS Trusts and a wide range of support providers. As an all-Wales association we are in a strong position to meet the demand for our services and to provide innovative solutions to local issues.
Assistant Technical Services Manager - The job description
Assist in the management to provide an effective, economic, efficient and comprehensive property maintenance service to tenants of the association.
Assist in the management for the delivery and expenditure of the association’s maintenance programmes, incorporating day to day repairs, cyclical decoration, servicing, major repairs, revenue improvements, handyperson duties and the delivery of the Associations WHQS & decarbonisation programme.
Assist in the setting, monitoring and maintaining the annual technical budgets.
Assist in the management of the production of technical specifications, schedules of work and minor work contracts suitable for estimating and tender purposes, including disabled adaptations and major repair, decarbonisation and refurbishment programmes.
Monitor the completion and quality of annual maintenance inspections and pre and post inspection of work to ensure quality, value for money and compliance with specification.
Assist in the management of the association’s asbestos management plan.
To provide relevant and accurate reports either statistical or technical as requested ensuring that all records, are maintained and the maintenance system is up to date including developing new initiatives.
To ensure provision of advice on technical matters to tenants, support providers, Local Authorities, contractors, consultants and other association staff.
To provide the development team with scheme specific technical advice prior to and during the construction phase ensuring adequate technical resources are deployed at pre-handover during each development phase.
There is so much more to the role. you can find full job description can be found in the application pack
Work hours
Standard full time hours are 35 per week, between 8:30am and 5:00pm
Salary
SCP35-SCP40 - £40,137-£46,21
How to Apply?
To apply for this job, please download the application pack, complete the form and email your application to
Please refer to the Job Description and Job Spec when applying.
Closing date – 14th February
Interview Date – 25th February
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We look forward to receiving all of your applications!