Blackwood Homes and Care
Blackwood Homes and Care

Charity registered in Scotland SC007658

Blackwood provides quality housing and services for families throughout Scotland.  We currently have around 1500 houses in management to suit a range of varying needs. Our overall aim is to offer independence, choice and control in inclusive communities through quality housing and related services.


Current vacancies

Assets Team Leader

  • Full time
  • £39,250 – £42,431
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 15th May 2025

Are you a proactive and people-focused leader with a passion for delivering high-quality asset management services? We’re looking for an Assets Team Leader to ensure excellence, compliance, and real value for our customers.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Head of Property Services and leading a team of three Asset Officers, you will be responsible for delivering our asset management plan to the highest standard. This includes overseeing the successful implementation of planned and cyclical maintenance, managing adaptations with a customer-first approach, and ensuring compliance with all contractual, financial, and health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the delivery of planned, cyclical, and adaptation programmes.
  • Provide day-to-day management and leadership to the Assets Team.
  • Maintain strong collaboration with the Repairs Team Leader and Health, Safety & Compliance Coordinator to deliver seamless service.
  • Ensure quality control through regular monitoring of contractor performance and reporting on KPIs.
  • Manage budgets, grant claims, and ensure accurate financial records.
  • Drive continuous improvement in asset management strategy and service delivery.
  • Promote a culture of shared responsibility, accountability, and customer satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in asset management, property services, or housing maintenance.
  • Strong leadership and line management experience.
  • Knowledge of health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, and compliance best practices.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A commitment to delivering value-for-money services and enhancing customer experience.

Why Join Us?

  • Blackwood offers a range of employee benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive induction and personal development opportunities
  • Company sick pay scheme on completion of probationary period
  • 34 days’ holiday per annum, pro rata for part-time hours
  • Company pension scheme and Death in Service Benefit
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Help@hand

All successful candidates will be required to become a PVG scheme member.

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