Vacancy details

Are you experienced in the on-site delivery of large value construction projects and have the ability to manage a multi-disciplinary workforce?

We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for the day-to-day planning, organising and management of all elements of Technical Services Planned construction projects , in full compliance with all applicable legislation along with WDH Policies and Procedures.

In this role, you will promote the service at all times in a manner consistent with the Customer Charter ensuring a high standard of customer care is achieved at all times.

Comply with and remain up to date with the duties of the principal Constructor under the CDM regulations, codes of practice, by-laws both current and future.

You also need to maintain a high level of construction knowledge and changes to H & S legislation and to ensure the effective and safe delivery of a variety of construction projects.

What we’re looking for:

• a qualification at Level 3 of the Regulated Qualification Framework in a relevant construction related field;
• a valid Health and Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent;
• first aid at work, or willing to work towards;
• experience of, and significant success in, establishing and maintaining effective performance measures that have returned continuous improvement in service delivery;
• experience of managing a multi-disciplinary workforce including DLO, specialist service suppliers and sub-contractors;
• able to deliver within set financial, programme, satisfaction and associated business targets;
• a good understanding of Health and Safety Legislation and CDM Regulations with the ability to apply these to Technical Services projects; and
• commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Please see the Job description for further information about the role.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact David Ainsworth, Delivery Manager – Capital on 07817 573184.

As an employer WDH can offer you a great set of benefits which includes:

• 25 days holiday (rising to 30 over 5 years service) and statutory bank holidays and Annual Leave Purchase Scheme;
• a wide range of personal development opportunities;
• a fantastic health and wellbeing package;
• a very attractive pension scheme (15.7% employer contribution); and
• "cycle to work" scheme and discounted shopping platform

Our WorkSmart approach gives you the opportunity to flex where and when you work, as long it fits in with your role and needs of our business.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all.

About us:

Since WDH was established in 2005, we have gone from strength to strength. We are now one of the UK’s largest social housing providers, with over 32,000 homes across the Wakefield district and our wider operating area across the north of England.

Our vision is to create confident communities. This is underpinned by our mission which is to inspire, transform and promote excellence and our values - to be creative, inclusive and work with integrity.

WDH is much more than bricks and mortar. We go the extra mile to deliver excellent customer services. We innovate, create and regenerate. To find out more, visit our about us page.