Director of Asset & Repairs

Director of Asset & Repairs
Lochaber Housing Association

A rare executive opportunity to shape homes, services and communities in one of Scotland''s most distinctive areas.

The Opportunity

Lochaber Housing Association is seeking an exceptional senior leader to join the organisation as Director of Asset & Repairs, a strategically important appointment with responsibility for leading asset management, compliance, sustainability and repairs property and services across the business.

This is a leadership role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in shaping the long-term future of the organisation''s homes, property services and investment strategy, while helping to ensure the continued delivery of safe, sustainable and high-quality homes for the communities it serves.

Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and Executive Team, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across a broad portfolio, combining long-term planning with operational oversight, organisational influence and a strong customer focus.

This role will suit an experienced and commercially aware senior leader with a strong background in asset management, property and repairs services, construction, housing or the wider build environment.

The successful candidate will bring strategic capability, leadership credibility and a clear understanding of governance, compliance, investment planning and service performance within a regulated environment.

This is an opportunity to step into a role where you can make a genuine and lasting impact, influencing not only service delivery, but the wider strategic direction of a respected and purpose-led organisation.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Asset Management & Investment Strategy
• Repairs, Maintenance & Property Services
• Regulatory Compliance & Health & Safety
• Sustainability, Energy Efficiency & Decarbonisation
• Customer Experience & Service Improvement
• Financial Planning, Procurement & Value for Money
• Team Leadership & Organisational Culture
• Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

About Lochaber Housing Association

Lochaber Housing Association is a purpose-led organisation committed to providing good quality, affordable homes and housing services for local people and communities across Lochaber.

With a strong social purpose and deep local connection, the organisation plays an important role in supporting sustainable communities and delivering meaningful impact across the region.

Guided by values including teamwork, respect, commitment and communication, Lochaber Housing Association offers the opportunity to join an organisation where professionalism, service and community impact go hand in hand.

Why Lochaber?

Relocating to Lochaber offers far more than a career move, it provides the opportunity to build a lifestyle in one of Scotland''s most naturally beautiful and distinctive regions.

Located in the heart of the Highlands, Lochaber is known for its dramatic scenery, open space, mountain landscapes, lochs and strong sense of place. It will appeal to individuals who value space, balance, wellbeing, community and a slower, more grounded pace of life.

Fort William provides the main local base for everyday amenities and services, while Inverness remains the nearest larger city for more extensive retail, shopping and wider facilities.

For the right person, this role offers the chance to combine executive leadership with a genuinely different and rewarding way of life.

What We''re Looking For

• Significant senior leadership experience in asset management, property services, construction, repairs or housing
• Strong experience within a regulated or governance-led environment
• A track record of leading strategic improvement, investment planning and service delivery
• Strong understanding of compliance, risk, health & safety and operational performance
• Commercial awareness and financial leadership capability
• The ability to lead, influence and inspire at executive level

Benefits

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a respected and purpose-led organisation in a key executive leadership role, with a package designed to reflect the importance of the appointment.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Relocation costs will be considered
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a community-focused organisation
• A rare chance to combine executive leadership with a distinctive Highland lifestyle

Apply

To find out more about this opportunity, or to express interest in confidence, please contact:

Laura McCormick
RG Setsquare Recruitment
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RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.