We have an excellent opportunity for a Repairs and Maintenance Manager to join our Housing Services team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-time, Permanent basis.

As Repairs and Maintenance Manager, you will serve as the operational lead for responsive repairs, damp and mould, and disrepair functions, ensuring all Council properties remain safe and in good condition. You will deliver services against strict performance standards, collaborating with stakeholders to implement robust out-of-hours provisions and business continuity plans that minimise risk and service disruption.

You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver a safe, effective and efficient repairs and maintenance service. You will manage a team of surveyors and administrative staff, and you will also lead third-party contract management, support with service procurement requirements and ensure controls are in place to monitor expenditure and manage set financial budgets. You will also ensure works are completed in accordance with operational, financial, safety and satisfaction performance standards, as well as legislative and regulatory requirements.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate, empathetic and motivated professional with proven experience in housing repairs and maintenance, or relatable experience in construction or property maintenance services.

⭐Staff Benefits⭐

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐Generous Annual Leave – 31 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays

⭐Local Government Pension Scheme

⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

⭐Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline

⭐Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

⭐Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes

⭐Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

⭐Move through Menopause Course

⭐Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more

⭐Learning & Development Opportunities

⭐Employee Networks

⭐And more!

Key Responsibilities

• Be the operational and technical lead for responsive repairs and maintenance service, inclusive of damp and mould, and disrepair functions, ensuring the homes and buildings owned and/or managed by the Council are maintained and in a good state of repair.
• Support Housing Services and the wider Council by implementing robust out of hours services and business continuity provisions, to minimise risk and service disruption to the Council and its customers.
• Lead on the delivery of the repairs and maintenance service, working closely with stakeholders to ensure works are completed in accordance with performance standards and regulatory requirements, escalating any risks or issues to senior management.
• Manage a team a surveyors and administrative staff providing operational oversight on work order management, scheduling, surveyor coordination, quality assurance, and resolution of complex issues. Lead on the contract management of third party contractors supporting the repairs and maintenance service to ensure contractual performance is achieved, and any risks and/or issues are mitigated.Ensure health and safety, safeguarding, and resident safety responsibilities are embedded within the repairs and maintenance service, providing advice, oversight, and escalation of risks and issues.

Candidate Requirements

• A qualification at Level 4 of the UK’s Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF), associated to asset management, building or property services, housing services or equivalent sector related qualification.
• Minimum three years’ experience of delivering housing repairs and maintenance, or associated building or construction functions within a local authority, registered provider, or similar housing environment.
• Understanding of the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code and Regulator of Social Housing Consumers Standards framework.

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough Council has recently been ranked 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money. 

Our Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Click the link below and apply Today! 

Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Neil Hutchinson, Interim Strategic Asset Manager, via Neil.Hutchinson@wokingham.gov.uk (Strictly no agencies).

Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026 at 11pm

Interview date: TBC

AI in Applications:

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.

However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected.

We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.