Total 3 Construction / Property job vacancies in Redditch, B98 9AA

Deputy Manager - Full time – Swadlincote

Salary £26,659 per annum dependent on experience

Real Life Options have an exciting opportunity within our Supported Living Service in Swadlincote for a Deputy Manager. The service opened in the spring of 2023 and consists of 19 independent living flats.

This is a great opportunity for any experienced Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Support Worker who is looking for a new challenge to bring their knowledge, skills and experience to enhance the life of the people we support.

We’re keen to hear from individuals who has proven management experience in health, social services or independent sector including experience of people, financials and budget management, along with a working knowledge of legislation and standards affecting the development and delivery of our services. You will provide clear leadership and motivation to individuals and teams in developing best practice in person centred support and delivery and be able to evidence a person-centred approach to the people we support to achieve their agreed outcomes. This is a challenging but rewarding role and as such you will need to be flexible in your approach and willing to travel between services and attend organisational events which may require an overnight stay.

The role

We deliver creative, dynamic and person-centred services providing a range of individualised support to people living in shared supported living properties with individual tenancies.

You will report to the Registered Locality Manager for operational activity within the Derbyshire area. To ensure regulatory and contractual compliance requirements in your allocated services are met and exceeded whilst driving the continued development and delivery of cost-effective, innovative and truly person-centred support.

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.

An enhanced DBS is required for this role.

CQF Level 4 or a willingness to undertake.

Real Life Options offers flexible employment opportunities.

Benefits and Rewards

At Real Life Options we treat our people with the same respect, care and consideration that we show to the people we support. Not only do we provide competitive rates of pay, a great place to work and great job satisfaction, our additional benefits include:


Accredited training giving you the knowledge and skills to deliver a first-rate job.
Access to training bursaries.
A minimum of 28-days paid holiday a year, including bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).
An employer contributory pension scheme.
A free Employee Assistance Programme (including a medical helpline, telephone and face-to-face counselling, debt, financial and legal information).
£10,000 Life cover.
Refer a Friend Incentive £250 Bonus (terms and conditions apply).
A financial wellbeing scheme.
A reward gateway with access to discounted goods and services.
Recognition Initiatives.
The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives


We are keen to recruit someone with the right values and behaviours who can help us to ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do these are:

Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence

If you can circle 6 or more of the skills below, then you could be the person we are looking for:

Honest - Good Communicator - Strong Values – Flexible - Passionate - Self Motivated - Reliable - Caring - Inclusive

Please note that initial contact with applicants will usually be by email, so please check all of your email folders regularly, including your junk mail folders.

Real Life Options are an equal opportunities employer. We seek to recruit, train and promote the best person for the job, to make full use of the talents and resources of all our people and to craft a working environment free from unlawful discrimination, victimisation and harassment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty, a medical condition or individual need that you believe may affect your performance in selection, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to our processes to enable you to perform at your best so please do let us know.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
Hays are delighted to be working alongside our local authority client in recruiting a Building Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced surveyor to undertake a secure and stable permanent position, playing a key role in ensuring people in the local area have safe homes to live in.
Your new role
Your new role will see you undertake building surveys and contract administration, across capital contracts of residential and domestic properties. This will include void and tenanted properties, where you will be responsible for the delivery of reactive maintenance. Your responsibilities will include:

• All contract administration including schedules of works, feasibility studies and stock condition surveys.
• Pre-and-post inspection surveys to oversee building safety and disrepair issues, investigating the route cause of problems that require attention.
• Monitor and supervise contractor works to ensure that issues are solved.
• Monitoring capital expenditure and maintain financial records of works/projects.
• Be customer facing which will include handling customer complaints in a professional and polite manner.
• Work in compliance with appropriate authority and social housing regulations.
• Undertake any other opportunities in line with your position.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will be either degree qualified or HNC as a minimum within Building Surveying. Candidates who do have extensive experience in the area may also be considered. You will have a proven track record in carrying out inspections on residential properties, always aiming to provide tenants and customers with a first class level of service. You will have the confidence to take ownership in your role and of projects to ensure the successful delivery of works, and health and safety should always be your biggest priority.
No VISA sponsorship will be offered for this role, and so those not holding the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application need not apply.
What you'll get in return
In return you will be offered an excellent basic salary to be discussed upon application, plus 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and an excellent pension scheme. The organisation also offer hybrid working where you will have the autonomy to work from home one day each week.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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**Job Title:** Property Administrator

**Location:** Redditch

**Rate of Pay:** Up to £12.50phr per hour

**Contract:** 2-3 full days per week

Job Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Property Management Assistant to join our team. This role is primarily administrative but also involves traveling for property inspections, viewings, fire safety checks, and maintenance site visits. The ideal candidate must have a valid driving license and be comfortable working both in the office and on-site. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth property operations, supporting compliance, and maintaining strong tenant and landlord relationships.

**Benefits:**


⦁ Competitive salary.
⦁ Mileage allowance for property visits and inspections.
⦁ Ongoing training and development opportunities.
⦁ Friendly and supportive working environment.

**Key Responsibilities:**

Property Inspections & Viewings:

⦁ Conduct regular property inspections and viewings.
⦁ Perform fire safety checks and ensure properties meet compliance standards.
⦁ Attend maintenance site visits and check work progress.

Administrative Duties:

⦁ Raise tenant invoices and prepare Section 13 (S13) rent increase notices.
⦁ Manage utility accounts, including entering meter readings and printing invoices.
⦁ Regularly update property management software, ensuring all data is accurate and organized.
⦁ Organize and tidy up software records related to tenants, landlords, and property compliance.
⦁ Liaise with landlords regarding compliance certificates (e.g., gas, electricity, fire safety) and ensure they are up-to-date.

Maintenance Coordination:

⦁ Take and log meter readings during property visits.
⦁ Raise work orders for necessary maintenance tasks and coordinate with contractors.
⦁ Monitor and track event dates (e.g., lease renewals, inspection schedules, certificate expirations) to ensure timely action.

Tenant & Landlord Communication:
⦁ Address tenant and landlord inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
⦁ Coordinate with tenants and landlords to resolve issues, schedule inspections, and provide updates on maintenance or compliance matters.

**Requirements:**

⦁ Valid UK driving license (essential).
⦁ Previous experience in property management, real estate, or a similar administrative role is preferred.
⦁ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
⦁ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
⦁ Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
⦁ Proficiency in property management software (training can be provided).
⦁ Knowledge of compliance regulations, including fire safety, gas, and electricity certificates, is an advantage.

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