Property Assets Manager

• Location:
  
  288-290 Crumlin Road, Belfast BT147ED
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  37
• Job /09/26

We are a Housing Association in North Belfast providing affordable quality housing to those in need. We have recently expanded our operations in Belfast to over 1200 properties and we currently employ 50 staff. We wish to recruit a suitably qualified person for the following post:

The Property Assets Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Housing Association’s property portfolio is maintained to high standards, remains compliant with relevant regulations, and aligns with our investment and sustainability strategies. This role involves overseeing planned maintenance, driving investment decisions for long-term asset management, and playing a key role in progressing the organisation’s Net Zero carbon strategy. The Property Assets Manager ensures compliance with health and safety standards, building regulations, and environmental targets, while also optimizing the performance and lifespan of the housing stock.

This is a full-time permanent post working 37 hours per week.

The successful candidate must have:

3 rd level education in Asset Management, Building Surveying, Property Management, or a related field OR a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related field.

• Deep understanding of compliance requirements in the housing sector, including building safety regulations, gas safety, fire safety, and environmental standards.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance programmes, property condition surveys, and asset data management.
• Experience with sustainability practices and energy efficiency initiatives in property management.
• Project Management:
  Strong project management skills, with experience leading large-scale maintenance or investment programmes.
• Financial Acumen:
  Ability to prepare and manage budgets effectively, forecast costs, and make strategic investment decisions.
• IT Proficiency:
  Experience using asset management software, compliance tracking systems, and data analysis tools.

• Analytical and Strategic Thinking:
  Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and develop long-term asset management strategies.
• Leadership and Team Management:
  Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team, while collaborating across departments.
• Attention to Detail:
  Highly organised, with an eye for ensuring compliance and risk management are meticulously handled.
• Communication:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Sustainability Focus: A strong commitment to driving sustainability and achieving Net Zero goals within the housing portfolio.

The post is a full-time post with the following benefits:

• Generous optional contributory pension scheme currently at employer contribution of 15.5%
• 23 days annual leave pa rising to 28 after 5 years’ service
• 12 customary holidays
• Excellent work and family friendly policies
• Employee assistance programme
• Hybrid working arrangement

The closing date for returned applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 28 th September 2026

NB Housing is an equal opportunity employer

We reserve the right to enhance criteria in the event of an unprecedented response.

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