Site Manager

WPS are seeking an experienced

Site Manager to join our Planned Maintenance team on the Orbit SHF contract in Erith. You'll oversee the delivery of SHDF-funded energy efficiency and decarbonisation works within occupied social housing.

• Managing SHDF-funded planned maintenance works within occupied social housing.
• Leading decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvement programmes.
• Managing operational teams and subcontractors across live environments.
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with programme targets.
• Long-term opportunity within a growing and expanding division.

• Managing subcontractors, direct labour and site teams.
• Coordinating and monitoring SHDF and retrofit work programmes.
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety, quality and contractual requirements.
• Monitoring programme performance and resolving site issues efficiently.
• Building strong relationships with residents, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Managing site logistics, materials and workforce planning.
• Producing progress updates and reporting against project milestones.

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering planned maintenance projects within social housing.
• SHDF project experience is essential.
• Experience managing retrofit, decarbonisation, insulation, windows, doors, ventilation or energy efficiency improvement works.
• Strong track record of managing subcontractors and operational teams within occupied properties.
• SMSTS qualification (essential).
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Long-term career investment and progression opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale social housing and planned maintenance projects.
• Benefits package can be discussed during the recruitment process.

Wates Property Services are part of the Wates Group which is a
family-owned business with over 125 years of history. Our Planned Maintenance division is a key area of growth, creating excellent opportunities for career development. We believe in recognising talent from within and are committed to investing in our people through promotion, training and long-term career progression.

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.

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