Job Description

Help us make a difference by shaping the future of our homes

We're looking for an experienced and driven

Home Investment Locality Manager

to lead the delivery of our capital investment programme across a defined locality. This is a pivotal leadership role within our Asset Management team, responsible for ensuring high-quality, cost-effective investment works that meet regulatory standards and exceed customer expectations.


In this role, you'll manage a team of skilled surveyors and technical experts, overseeing the planning and delivery of major improvement works to our homes. From modernising kitchens and bathrooms to improving energy efficiency and fire safety, you'll make sure everything is delivered to a high standard, safely, and with real value for money.


Working closely with contractors, consultants, and colleagues, you'll build strong relationships, solve problems, and keep customers at the heart of all we do, while also playing a vital role in securing our future supply chain through a long-term procurement project and implementing a new planning and delivery system designed to drive innovation and improve service and home quality.

Why join us:

If you're an experienced leader with strong contract and people management skills, and you're looking for a senior role where you can make a real difference, this could be the ideal opportunity for you!

Some things we are looking for:

Educated to degree level or equivalent in construction related discipline or significant equivalent experience. A relevant technical qualification in construction or building services (e.g. HNC/ HND in building studies or equivalent) Experience of successfully managing a team to deliver programmes of maintenance works Knowledge of Building safety legislation and regulations, particularly CDM, asbestos management, site safety management and fire safety requirements Excellent leadership, team building and motivational skills with the ability to support staff including coaching and personal development

While this role is primarily home-based, occasional travel to Group offices and other sites will be required. A full driving licence and the ability to travel across our Tame Locality, mainly covering Leicestershire, the Midlands, and Derbyshire, are essential. You will also participate in the Asset team's out-of-hours escalation rota, providing decision-making support as needed.

Some of the great benefits we can offer you:

Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts Health Cash Plan worth up to 1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions) Learning and Development opportunities Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers

Ready to apply?

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to submit your CV and start your application. For more details, refer to the attached job description or contact Martin Woods, Head of External Contracts, at Martin.Woods@platformhg.com.

Join us and find your purpose at Platform!

Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives.


You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers.


We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all.


Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy.


If we receive a high number of applications, this vacancy may expire prior to the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.


Platform Housing Group are committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all.