The hiring process

Assistant Surveyor

WPS are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team, supporting the delivery of planned maintenance and refurbishment works within the social housing sector across the West Midlands.This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their commercial career within a supportive and experienced team, working on meaningful projects that make a real difference to communities.The RoleWorking closely with the Project and Senior Quantity Surveyors, you will support the commercial management of planned social housing projects, ensuring costs are controlled and projects are delivered efficiently.Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the commercial management of planned works projects Producing cost reports and supporting monthly valuations Assisting with subcontractor procurement and placing orders Carrying out site measurements and take-offs Supporting the management of variations and final accounts Building effective working relationships with site teams, clients and supply chain partnersAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will: Have experience in a similar Assistant Quantity Surveyor or commercial role (ideally within social housing, maintenance or construction) Be keen to learn and develop within a commercial environment Have strong organisational and communication skills Be comfortable working across multiple sites and priorities Hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel to sites across the West Midlands as requiredWhat We Offer The opportunity to work on long-term planned social housing programmes Career development and support from experienced commercial professionals A stable pipeline of work within the public sector Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on experience)Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

HR Advisor

We’re looking for an experienced, proactive HR Advisor to join Wates Residential on a 13-month Fixed Term Contract. You’ll be a trusted partner to managers and employees, championing fair, consistent, and legally compliant people practices while helping us embed excellent HR standards across our operations.This is a role where your expertise truly shapes outcomes. Leading employee relation cases will be central to your success so if you thrive in fast‑paced, people‑focused environments, we’d love to hear from you.What You’ll Be Doing Acting as a go‑to HR partner, providing clear, practical advice across the full employee lifecycle from performance and absence to redundancy, redeployment, and best‑practice people management.. Managing Employee Relation cases, ensuring fair, timely, confident handling of disciplinary, grievance, capability and appeal matters. Supporting the design, communication and rollout of updated HR policies and procedures, including briefings and training. Coaching line managers, HR Operations and People Directors on applying HR policy, process and employment legislation in real‑world situations. Building strong working relationships with external legal partners and Occupational Health to ensure their expertise is effectively utilised. Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times, while driving your own ongoing development. Ensure the HR casework database is up to date and accurate at all times, collating a monthly activity report for the HR Business Partner. Support the business HR Business Partner on other HR activities such as our employee survey and annual salary review. Be a key contributor to the HR Advisor network across the Group, sharing learnings and best practice.What You’ll BringKnowledge: Up‑to‑date employment law, solid understanding of HR processes, and confidence working with people metrics.Skills & Experience: Proven experience managing a high volume of complex employee relations cases. Strong written and verbal communication, including drafting invite / outcome letters and preparing hearing packs. Experience supporting complex hearings and advising managers through sensitive matters. A track record of driving improvements and supporting change. High levels of integrity, discretion and a customer‑focused mindset.Qualifications: CIPD qualified (or equivalent).Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security VettingWHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working opportunities  Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension scheme with 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programmes, 26 days holidays plus bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to include 26 weeks fully paid maternity and 12 weeks fully paid paternity.  To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Multi Skilled Plasterer

WPS are looking for a skilled and reliable Multi‑Skilled Plasterer to join our Responsive Maintenance team, delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance works to social housing properties across Barnsley and nearby areas. You will play a key role in achieving first‑time fixes, maintaining high workmanship standards, and providing excellent customer service to residents.Key Responsibilities Carry out plastering works including patch repairs and full‑wall replastering. Undertake additional multi‑trade tasks where required, such as minor joinery, tiling, or decorating (in line with responsive maintenance needs). Work efficiently to complete all tasks to a high standard and within agreed timescales. Use a PDA/handheld device to receive jobs and submit work details. Liaise with supervisors and schedulers where follow‑on work is required. Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with industry and company Health & Safety standards. Provide excellent service to residents, colleagues, and client representatives.Minimum Requirements NVQ Level 2 in Plastering (essential). Proven experience working within social housing or a similar maintenance environment. Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided). Ability to deliver high‑quality workmanship across plastering and other associated trades. Strong customer‑service skills and a professional attitude.What We Offer Competitive salary Company vehicle + fuel card 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (or client equivalent) Pension scheme Training and development opportunities to support your career progression Supportive team environment within a leading provider of social housing maintenance servicesGiven the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Project Manager

Here at WPS we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our WPS Housing Maintenance team in the Leamington Spa area. The project you will be tasked with managing is a High-rise Project in the Warwickshire area for one of our new social housing providers, so it is imperative you have experience in this. The primary focus of this role will be to provide visible leadership and direction along with foresight and insight in the safe and profitable delivery of schemes to Wates. Key Accountabilities will include: Develop and implement detailed programmes using ASTA Power project and schedules which allow accurate monitoring and reporting of progress. Lead the PCSA all the way to construction with all the relevant disciplines and maintain the client’s expectations. Building safety act knowledge/ experience is desirable. Drawing up construction phase safety plans and ensuring the safe delivery set out within each plan. Experience of delivering works under a JCT D&B contract is beneficial. Identify the quality expectations and embrace these in the Quality Plan and ensuring the golden thread is always upheld. Implement all statutory regulatory and company requirements for managing Health and Safety. Secure and manage the appropriate resources to deliver the project / scheme effectively and efficiently in a professional manner to ensure successful delivery within project constraints. Ensure there is a successful and smooth handover of the project, including support to customer/ end user throughout the handover process. Establish a communications plan and agree accountabilities for team members. We are looking for a qualified, experienced, and professional Project Manager from a property services/construction background who has experience of high-rise complex Projects.