Full job descriptionHousing Property Services Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Location: Spalding
Salary Range: £47,181 – £51,356 per annum
Closing Date: 30/07/2026
South Holland District Council is seeking an exceptional Housing Property Services Manager to lead the delivery of our property investment and asset management services for our 3,800 homes.
This is a key leadership role within our Housing Landlord Service, responsible for ensuring that our homes remain safe, decent, energy efficient and fit for the future. Reporting to the Head of Housing Investment and Development, you will oversee the delivery of more than £50 millions of housing investment over the next five years while leading a culture of professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement.
SHDC was rated C2 by the Regulator of Social Housing in 2025, with a transformation programme focussed on ongoing service improvement to deliver high-quality housing services. We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering excellent services for tenants whilst strengthening processes, improving performance and embedding best practice across all aspects of property services.
As Housing Property Services Manager, you will:
*Lead and develop a high-performing Property Services team.
*Drive professional standards across surveying, planned investment, retrofit and contract management activities.
*Review, improve and embed robust processes that deliver consistency, efficiency and compliance.
*Ensure excellent governance, data management financial management and performance monitoring.
*Oversee contractor management arrangements to achieve value for money, strong performance and high-quality outcomes.
*Deliver programmes that ensure homes meet the Decent Homes Standard and evolving regulatory requirements.
*Support the delivery of energy efficiency and retrofit programmes that improve homes and reduce carbon emissions.
*Provide clear, evidence-based reports and recommendations to senior leaders and elected members.
*Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and customer-focused service delivery.
*Work closely with the Repairs Manager and Compliance Manager to ensure the planned investment programme contributes towards meeting wider HRA, corporate and legislative requirements.
We are looking for an experienced leader with significant experience in property services, asset management, surveying or housing investment.
You will bring:
*Strong technical knowledge of housing property management, building construction and regulatory compliance.
*Experience of managing complex programmes, contracts and budgets.
*The ability to analyse performance, identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.
*A track record of strengthening operational processes and delivering service improvements.
*Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
*Commercial awareness and a commitment to achieving value for money.
*A collaborative approach with a focus on delivering excellent outcomes for tenants.
Why Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of property services at South Holland District Council. You will have the opportunity to influence strategy, modernise services and ensure our residents benefit from professionally managed, well-maintained homes.
If you are a forward-thinking property professional who thrives on improving processes, raising standards and leading teams to deliver outstanding results, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits
We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:
*Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme – enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life
*Generous annual leave scheme plus option to buy more
*Employee Assistance Programme
*Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
*Cycle to work scheme*
*Flu Jabs
*Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
*Flexible Working Policy
*Agile Working Policy*
*Car mileage reimbursement*
*Excellent career progression and training opportunities
*Long Service Recognition*
*Salary sacrifice car scheme roles over 33k*
*Certain restrictions may apply
About Us
Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South and East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership – the largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.
Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.
The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website.
The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually / in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.