Estate Services Manager

Neway International are seeking an Estate Services Manager – Building Services & Maintenance to join our client based with Southern Housing.

Location:

Vassall Road, Brixton, London, SW9 6NE

Hours:

35 hours per week

Start Date:

23/02/2026
Duration:
Initially for 3 months, extended after review.
Pay Rate: £19.35 PAYE / £25.20 Umbrella
IR35:
Inside IR35
Work Pattern:
Approximately 70% on‑site, 30% office/WFH depending on business need

Southern Housing is one of the UK’s largest housing providers, delivering safe, well‑maintained homes and high‑quality estate services across London and the South East. The Estate Services team ensures that buildings, communal areas, and estates are managed to a high standard, supporting resident satisfaction and operational efficiency.

This temporary role provides management support within the Building Services & Maintenance function, covering a vacant post within the Estate Services team. The postholder will oversee estate‑based services, ensuring buildings and communal areas are safe, compliant, and well‑maintained. The role requires strong operational leadership, contractor oversight, and the ability to respond to estate issues promptly and professionally.

• Managing day‑to‑day building services and estate maintenance operations
• Overseeing cleaning, grounds maintenance, and compliance‑related activities
• Conducting estate inspections and ensuring health & safety standards are met
• Managing contractors and monitoring service delivery performance
• Responding to estate‑related issues, resident concerns, and operational risks
• Ensuring accurate reporting, record‑keeping, and compliance with organisational procedures
• Supporting the wider Estate Services team with service improvements and project work

• Experience managing estate services, building maintenance, or housing‑related operations
• Strong understanding of health & safety, compliance, and estate inspection processes
• Ability to manage contractors and monitor service performance
• Excellent communication and customer‑facing skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast‑paced environment
• Confident working independently across multiple sites