Housing & Property Maintenance

Commercial Manager

🌟 Commercial Manager – WPS Business Unit 🌟📍 Location: Finsbury Park (Hybrid Working)We are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our WPS business unit. This is a pivotal role providing strong leadership, governance, and commercial excellence across all activities – both pre- and post-contract – for a portfolio of projects or a single large project.You will play a key part in work winning and operational delivery, ensuring commercial success while developing high-performing teams and fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, consultants, and the supply chain.✨ Key Responsibilities 👥 Leadership & Strategy: Active member of the Business Leadership Team, driving strategy on operational delivery, customer engagement, commercial excellence, and repeat business. Champion change initiatives and contribute to business unit objectives. 💼 Commercial Excellence: Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and group policies across all contracts. Deliver robust financial performance, including profit plans, cash management, and risk mitigation. Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting to clients and senior management. 🌱 People Development: Lead and develop talented commercial teams, implementing training programmes to encourage high performance and retention. Support succession planning and career development across the business unit. 🤝 Customer Engagement: Build strong relationships with customers, influencing decision-making and promoting the Wates brand. Identify market opportunities and develop strategies to secure repeat business. 🌍 Corporate Responsibility: Drive sustainability and CR initiatives, sharing best practice and leading workshops. ✅ About You Advanced knowledge of contract conditions, subcontracts, consultant appointments, and bidding policies. Strong financial and commercial acumen with experience managing governance and compliance. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to deliver complex projects and influence at senior level.🚀 This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading organisation, shaping commercial strategy and driving operational excellence.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting One of the Recruitment Team will then be in contact to advise of next steps.

Carpenter / Multi-Trader

🛠️ Carpenter Multi Trader – Crawley (Responsive Maintenance) Join the WPS Team – Make a Difference in Social Housing WPS has an exciting opportunity for a Carpenter Multi Trader to join our Responsive Maintenance division, working from our Crawley office. You’ll be delivering reactive maintenance services to our valued residents as part of a social housing contract. 🔧 What You’ll Be Doing Carrying out repair and renewal works across various properties. Advising your Supervisor when additional trades are needed. Working independently or collaboratively with other operatives. Completing daily work sheets detailing tasks and materials used. Ensuring timely and productive completion of assigned tasks. 🚗 Requirements Full UK driving licence is essential. L2 NVQ in Carpentry or similar trade Proven experience in carpentry and multi-trade work. Ability to work to high standards of workmanship and productivity. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Strong customer service mindset and ability to meet tight deadlines. 💬 Why Join WPS?At WPS, we’re committed to building communities and improving lives. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your skills and helps you grow. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us deliver quality maintenance services that truly matter.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Electrician

🔧 Electrician Opportunity – Join the WPS Team! ⚡Location: Lambeth & Surrounding AreasDivision: Reactive Maintenance – Social Housing ContractWe’re looking for a skilled and qualified Electrician to join our dedicated team at Wates. Based out of our Lambeth office, you’ll be working across the surrounding areas, delivering high-quality maintenance and repair services in social housing properties.🔍 What You’ll Be Doing: Full electrical testing and production of EICRs Fault finding and rectification Installation of fans, including core drilling where required Replacing and cleaning accessories as needed PAT testing of appliances and tools Delivering a first-time fix approach with excellent customer service Working safely and in line with Health & Safety and safeguarding standards Collaborating with other trades to complete repairs Completing job records and material usage via PDA✅ What You’ll Need: Full NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation Inspection & Testing qualifications (2391 or equivalent) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations A full UK driving licence💡 What We’re Looking For:A confident and experienced Electrician who can manage their own workload, deliver small projects and repairs, and ideally has experience in the housing maintenance sector. You’ll be proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering top-tier workmanship.If you're ready to make a difference in social housing and work with a supportive team, apply today and power up your career with Wates! ⚡Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Electrician

🔧 Electrician Opportunity – Join the WPS Team! ⚡This role is a Fixed Term ContractLocation: Lambeth & Surrounding AreasDivision: Reactive Maintenance – Social Housing ContractWe’re looking for a skilled and qualified Electrician to join our dedicated team at Wates. Based out of our Lambeth office, you’ll be working across the surrounding areas, delivering high-quality maintenance and repair services in social housing properties.🔍 What You’ll Be Doing: Full electrical testing and production of EICRs Fault finding and rectification Installation of fans, including core drilling where required Replacing and cleaning accessories as needed PAT testing of appliances and tools Delivering a first-time fix approach with excellent customer service Working safely and in line with Health & Safety and safeguarding standards Collaborating with other trades to complete repairs Completing job records and material usage via PDA✅ What You’ll Need: Full NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation Inspection & Testing qualifications (2391 or equivalent) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations A full UK driving licence💡 What We’re Looking For:A confident and experienced Electrician who can manage their own workload, deliver small projects and repairs, and ideally has experience in the housing maintenance sector. You’ll be proactive, reliable, and committed to delivering top-tier workmanship.If you're ready to make a difference in social housing and work with a supportive team, apply today and power up your career with Wates! ⚡Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting