Assistant Asset Manager

Salary £29,943 to £40,612 - Appointments are typically made at the lower to mid-point of the range, depending on experience.

Salary £29,943 to £40,612 - Appointments are typically made at the lower to mid-point of the range, depending on experience.

Date posted 27/05/2026

Job reference COLREQ
01641

1 x 12 months Fixed-Term, Full-Time

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Colchester Borough Homes (CBH), an award-winning organisation owned by Colchester City Council, has been at the heart of the local community since 2003. We manage and maintain around 7,000 residential properties across the Borough. Our work is varied, ambitious and rooted in improving places and lives.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Asset Manager to join our dynamic Asset Management Team.

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Housing Improvement and Capital Works projects, whilst gaining hands‑on experience across a variety of surveying and property management activities.

• A practical understanding of repairs, project management and planned maintenance processes, and the standards required
• Knowledge of building and construction projects, installations, and planning/building control requirements
• Awareness of current Building Regulations, related legislation, Decent Homes standards and health & safety (including CDM)
• Confident use of Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Housing Management Systems
• A full UK driving licence and continuous access to a car

• A team player who is also comfortable working independently
• Skilled at building productive working relationships
• Committed to delivering excellent service to our residents and stakeholders
• Motivated to learn, develop and grow within the role

In return, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous 19.5 % employer contribution
• Excellent training, development and progression opportunities
• 23 days annual leave, rising to 26 days after 5 years, plus bank holidays and two additional company Christmas holidays
• Option to purchase up to 5 extra days’ leave
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Provision of a smartphone and laptop
• Discounted gym membership at Leisure World and Northern Gateway
• 1 paid volunteering day per year
• Free flu jab
• Agile working arrangements to support flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of our role and service area
• Payment of one professional subscription, plus free eye tests and a contribution towards VDU glasses

Colchester Borough Homes are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and ensuring our workforce accurately reflects the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with physical or mental disabilities.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer, and hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant.