Progress Housing Group
Empty Homes Manager
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Salary: £49,187 - £51,773 per annum pro rata
Contract Type: Fixed Term / secondment 12 month
Working Hours: 36.25 hours per week
Service area: Property Services.
Office basis: Agile
Location: Leyland
At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.
We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.
From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.
The role
We are looking for an Empty Homes Manager to provide senior operational leadership for the end to end empty homes service, ensuring empty properties are inspected, repaired, compliant and re-let quickly, safely and cost effectively.
You will lead colleagues and operatives delivering void works, manage contractor and supplier performance, and make sure work is completed to agreed standards, timescales, budgets and compliance requirements.
You will use performance, trend and financial insight to reduce rent loss, improve re-let times, strengthen value for money and recommend service changes, investment priorities and continuous improvement activity.
You will work closely with Housing, Allocations, Repairs, Maintenance, Assets, Compliance and other internal teams to support efficient property turnaround and ensure investment decisions lead to sustainable, lettable homes.
Essential
What we’re looking for
- Recognised qualification to degree level, preferably in Building Studies, Housing, Property Management or a related discipline, or equivalent experience and knowledge.
- Substantial experience of senior leadership in social housing empty homes, voids, repairs or property maintenance services.
- Experience of empty homes voids budget management, contract management, cost control, forecasting and performance reporting.
- Strong understanding of statutory compliance relating to housing, construction, repairs and maintenance, including health and safety requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, influencing, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Housing, Allocations, Repairs, Maintenance, Assets, Compliance, contractors and other stakeholders to improve property turnaround and customer outcomes.
- A full UK Driver License and access to your own vehicle for work purposes
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Desirable
- Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIH, RICS or equivalent.
- Management experience, including leading colleagues, teams or service areas.
- Experience of managing contractors and suppliers delivering empty homes, repairs, maintenance or property-related works.
Our offer to you
Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.
Financial
- Competitive salary with occupational sick pay
- Access to a great pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%
- Salary sacrifice greencar lease scheme
- Offers, discounts and reloadable payment cards from entertainment, sports, retail and dining partners
Work-life balance
- 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 31 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days and a paid day off for your birthday.
- Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options
- Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
Wellbeing
- Progression opportunities and training
- Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash
- Volunteering Scheme
- Colleague Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging networks, wellbeing champions and People Forum
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About Progress Housing Group
More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.
People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.
Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.
We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.
Our sector plays a crucial role in contributing to a fairer, and more equitable society. Working here offers a genuine opportunity to positively influence communities and people’s lives.
Looking forward at Progress
Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.
We’re investing in our people, technology and services to build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future for our customers and communities.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.
AI Statement
We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.
However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality
Next steps
- Closing date: midnight on Sunday 20th September 2026
- Shortlisting date: Monday 21st September 2026
- Interview date: 30th of September and 1st of October 2026
- Interview type: In person at our Leyland office
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