We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Service - Asset Management to lead our strategic approach to managing, maintaining, and future-proofing our housing and building assets. This is a pivotal leadership role, shaping the long-term sustainability, safety, and quality of our portfolio in line with regulatory expectations and best practice.

You will be responsible for creating robust strategies, systems, and plans to ensure our assets deliver maximum value for our organisation and the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Decision-Making: Develop a clear, evidence-based decision process and methodology to assess the viability of assets following building safety reviews (including SCS, compartmentalisation, and other safety considerations).

• Long-Term Asset Planning: Create and implement a 30-year asset management plan that aligns with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.

• Asset Register Development: Establish a comprehensive, accurate asset register that meets Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) standards.

• Innovation in Maintenance: Introduce "smart" component replacement approaches to maximise efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Targeted Improvement Programmes: Design and deliver a decency programme, including plans for upgrading or replacing Ranch-style staircases.

• Team Development: Lead skills development and knowledge transfer initiatives within the service to build long-term capacity and capability.

About You

• Proven experience in strategic asset management within housing or a related field.

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, particularly RSH expectations.

• A track record of implementing long-term asset planning and lifecycle costing.

• Excellent leadership and team development skills.

• The ability to introduce innovative and evidence-based approaches to asset maintenance and replacement.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.