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Section manager

  • 10845
  • Barnsley
  • Site Management / Project Management
  • Permanent
  • Closing on: 31 May 2026
  • 10000132
  • Karryn Bickell
  • karryn.bickell@wates.co.uk
  • Grade A to D - WPS Responsive 2026
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Section Manager to join our Responsive Maintenance team, delivering repairs and maintenance services to our social housing partner across the Barnsley area. This is a key leadership role where you will manage a team of operatives and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard while keeping customer satisfaction at the heart of everything you do. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Lead and manage a team of operatives delivering responsive repairs and maintenance
  • Ensure works are completed within KPI targets,timescalesand quality standards 
  • Carry out pre- and post-inspections andprovidetechnical guidance 
  • Plan andprogrammeworks to maximise productivity and efficiency 
  • Support resolution of complex repairs and escalations
  • Build strong relationships with client representatives and residents
  • Ensure adherence to health & safety and company standards
  • Provide coaching,supportand development to the team 
  • Monitorperformance and drive continuous improvement 

What We're Looking For 

Essential: 

  • Experience in a supervisory or management role within repairs & maintenance
  • Background in social housing or property maintenance
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Full UK drivinglicence
  • SSSTS or SMSTS qualification

 
Desirable: 

  • Trade background (e.g.carpentry, plumbing, multi-trade)
  • Experience working on responsive repairs contracts
  • Knowledge of KPIs and service delivery standards

 

 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 

 

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