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Property Services Manager

Guildford Borough Council

£61,618
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Your name Your email address Their name Their email address Your message Sender and recipient information you provide will only be used to send an email message on your behalf. No sender or recipient information is stored after the message is sent. Please check this box to agree to our privacy policy Send Back to search Save for later Property Services Manager Waverley Borough Council Reference: DFD/26/344078 Surrey - with hybrid working, Surrey £61,618 to £66,455 per annum Full Time Contract Posted on 08/09/2026 Waverley Borough Council is seeking an experienced Property Services Manager to lead our Property Services Team on a fixed-term basis for one year. Reporting to the Interim Head of Housing, you will take the lead in delivering high-quality housing operations across our 5,000 homes, including responsive repairs, cyclical maintenance, planned works, and voids management. You will also provide strategic oversight and leadership of our Damp and Mould team, ensuring properties are managed proactively and in line with regulatory standards and best practice. With budget responsibility of £7m+ and oversight of 10+ contracts, this is a pivotal role managing key relationships with contractors, tenants, and stakeholders while driving service improvement and value for money. We are looking for someone with proven senior level experience in property management, a strong track record in leading and motivating teams, and solid expertise in budget management and contract procurement. The successful candidate will bring a clear understanding of health and safety legislation, the Social Housing Regulatory regime, and compliance requirements, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills. If you are a driven, customer-focused leader ready to make a real impact on the quality of homes and services we deliver, Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our housing assets and delivering better outcomes for our residents. What We Offer In return for your valued contribution, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes: - Hybrid and agile working policies - Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships - Generous annual leave and flexi time - An employee assistance programme - Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting: Jobs | Waverley Borough Council Ready to join us? Apply now and help shape the future of Waverley. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Nesan Thevanesa, Interim Head of Housing, on nesan.thevanesan@waverley.gov.uk We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please. The closing date for application is 9am on the 21st September 202.6 and we anticipate interviews being held w/c the 28th September 2026. Equality and Inclusion Statement The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time. Right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process. Information We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications. All submitted information, whether supported by AI or not, must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications. Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process. From April 2027, Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council will become part of the new West Surrey unitary council, following the government’s confirmed plans for local government reorganisation across Surrey. This change will see the current twelve councils replaced by two new authorities, East Surrey and West Surrey, with West Surrey taking responsibility for the areas currently served by Guildford, Waverley, Runnymede, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath and Woking. As we move towards this transition, our focus remains firmly on delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services and staying true to our shared organisational values of Collaboration, Wellbeing, Trusted, Value for Money and Professionalism. We recognise that any period of organisational change can bring questions, particularly regarding future structures and working arrangements. Throughout this process, we are committed to supporting our colleagues with transparency and care prioritising wellbeing, maintaining a trusted and open dialogue, and ensuring continued access to learning and professional development opportunities. While the exact shape of the new West Surrey Council beyond 2027 is still being developed, joining us now means becoming part of an organisation where collaboration thrives and where your contribution will directly influence one of the most significant local government transformations in decades. You’ll gain valuable experience, play an active role in shaping the future of public services across West Surrey, and work within a team committed to professionalism and delivering outstanding outcomes for our communities. Together, we will ensure a smooth transition and continue to deliver exceptional services for residents both now and into the future.