An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Manager to take on a senior role within a key housing and property service in Ipswich.
With responsibility for supporting the ongoing maintenance, safety and improvement of the Council’s housing stock, this is a significant position requiring strong leadership, sound technical knowledge and a thorough understanding of housing compliance.
You will lead on ensuring homes meet the required regulatory and safety standards, helping to maintain safe, decent homes for residents. This will include oversight of key areas of landlord compliance, including fire safety, gas, electrical safety, asbestos, water safety, lifts, emergency lighting, alarms, damp and mould.
You will also have responsibility for monitoring property-related hazards and ensuring appropriate action is taken in line with relevant legislation and housing standards, including Awaab’s Law and the Decent Homes Standard.
The role offers scope to influence service delivery, support continuous improvement and contribute to the ongoing development of housing standards.
About You
You will be an experienced manager with a background in housing, property, building maintenance or a related environment. You will have the confidence and capability to manage operational responsibilities, lead teams and ensure compliance within a regulated environment.
You will ideally have
- Significant experience in a comparable environment
- A degree qualification (or equiv.) and/or membership of a relevant professional organisation
- Experience of managing staff and budgets
- Experience of the regulatory requirements to maintaining safe homes for tenants
- Experience of business planning, change management and continuous improvement in an operational or front-line environment
- Experience and/or qualifications in Health & Safety
What’s on Offer?
Alongside a competitive salary, the organisation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Career average pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave and sick pay entitlements.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
- Subsidised parking and public transport discounts.
- Free swimming and gym membership.
- Cycle purchase scheme.
- Personal and professional development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
This is an opportunity to take on a challenging and rewarding senior position, with the scope to make a tangible contribution to the safety, quality and standards of local housing.
Closing date - 23rd November