Overview
WPS have an exciting opportunity for a Section Manager / Assistant Site Manager to join our Planned Works team, delivering high-quality improvement programmes across the social housing sector in the Birmingham area. This role will support the delivery of multiple planned maintenance workstreams, working closely with operational teams, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on programme and to a high standard.
Workstreams Include
- Kitchens & Bathrooms
- Windows & Doors
- Roofing
- External & Internal Planned Works
- Net Zero / Decarbonisation works
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day‑to‑day management of planned maintenance programmes across multiple sites
- Supervise operatives and subcontractors, ensuring productivity, quality and H&S compliance
- Assist with short‑term programming and coordination of works
- Attend pre‑ and post‑inspections and support resolution of any defects or variations
- Maintain strong working relationships with client representatives and residents
- Ensure works are delivered in line with contractual, statutory and KPI requirements
- Support accurate reporting on progress, quality, H&S and labour
- Promote a customer‑focused approach in occupied properties
About You
- Proven experience in social housing planned maintenance
- Background as a Section Manager, Assistant Site Manager, Supervisor or similar
- Experience across multiple workstreams (kitchens, bathrooms, externals, or decarbonisation)
- Strong understanding of health & safety within occupied environments
- Confident communicator with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders effectively
- Organised, proactive and keen to develop your career within a growing business
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Long‑term, secure work within the social housing sector
- Exposure to Net Zero and decarbonisation programmes
- Clear career progression opportunities into Site Manager and Project Management roles
- Supportive team environment with structured development and training
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong social housing pipeline, varied workstreams and a genuine commitment to developing people from within.
Checks and Background
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 offences. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.
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