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Job Title: Multi-Trade Operatives (x2)
Specialism: 1 General Multi-Trade | 1 Plumbing-Biased
Contract: Temporary (2-3 months)
Location: East London (Properties Within Walking Distance)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
Rate: £20.36 per hour (Umbrella)

We're looking for two experienced Multi-Trade Operatives to join a responsive maintenance team in East London-one with a plumbing bias, the other with a general multi-trade background. Work will be carried out across social housing properties within walking distance.

Key Duties:

• Carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance in occupied and void social housing properties
• Plumbing-biased role: Taps, WCs, leaks, pipework, and general plumbing tasks
• General role: Carpentry, tiling, plastering, painting, and basic plumbing
• Ensure high standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service

Requirements:

• Experience in social housing maintenance is essential
• Relevant trade qualifications or proven experience
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• CSCS card (preferred)
• A Basic DBS Check will be required

What We Offer:

• £20.36 per hour (Umbrella)
• 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday
• Supportive team with training opportunities

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Maintenance Surveyor on behalf of a Housing Association based across Surrey and Kent on a 3-month rolling contract paying £35ph umbrella on 7.2 hours per day. This role offers a hybrid model of working.

Reporting to the Regional Maintenance Manager or Regional Surveyor, the successful candidate will be responsible for pre- and post-inspections, technical reporting, and managing responsive repairs, void works, and cyclical maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver an effective and professional regional repairs and maintenance surveying service.
• Conduct detailed inspections and surveys, diagnosing issues and producing thorough technical reports.
• Oversee contractor performance on-site to ensure works are completed to a high standard, within time and cost targets.
• Manage disrepair claims and Environmental Health Orders, supporting legal processes as required.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, including asbestos management and fire risk assessments.
• Support the handover of new developments, ensuring quality control and managing defects.
• Provide technical support in managing void properties, minimising rental loss.
• Monitor and control budgets of up to £2 million, ensuring value for money and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Maintain excellent customer service and satisfaction through proactive communication and resolution of issues.

About You

• A Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance (Level 3)
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS or CIOB)
• In-depth knowledge of building construction, standards, and relevant legislation
• Experience in the social housing sector or similar environment
• Strong understanding of financial management, contractor performance, and budget control
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset and the ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required

MMP Consultancy are looking to recruit a Resident Liaison Officer in Sutton. This will be on a temporary ongoing role, working as part of the Planned Works team.

Pay Rate: £29.16 Per Hour

Please note this position will require you to have a full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle!

Responsibilities:

• Effectively liaise between residents and contractors to ensure that resident requirements are met and any issues are promptly and suitably addressed.
• Providing support to any vulnerable residents, you will work with carers and other relevant advocates to ensure that specific needs are taken account of and any issues are resolved to the customer's satisfaction.
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships, facilitate communications and coordinate activities to streamline operations, public communications, incident response and conflict resolution.
• Deliver effective resident consultation and engagement, providing assurances at all levels that our buildings are compliant to all legislative requirements.
• Developing and delivering effective communication with residents, liaising closely with contractor staff to assist in the smooth running of the programmes and the ongoing building management

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience of working as a Resident Liaison Officer or Coordinator
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience of delivering excellent customer care
• Experience of handling challenging and complex situations
• An effective communicator at all levels, you will be able to work proactively and independently to deliver on tight timescales

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Head of Health and Safety on behalf of a Local Authority based in Wiltshire. This is a senior leadership role with wide-reaching impact across schools, council services, commissioned providers, and the wider public.

The contract will initially be a 3-month contract subject to possible extension on a day rate between £360 - £500pd inside of IR35, depending on experience. This role offers a hybrid model of working with 50% in the office and 50% from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide corporate leadership for health, safety and wellbeing, ensuring legal compliance and delivering high-quality services across the council and its partners.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team including safety professionals, project officers and public health specialists.
• Ensure delivery of the Workplace Wellbeing Charter and other national health standards, supporting Wiltshire to be an exemplar employer.
• Act as the lead professional advisor on all matters relating to health, safety and LoTC, providing expert guidance to managers, schools and partners.
• Manage a significant operational budget and oversee tendering, procurement, and external contracts related to health, safety and LoTC.
• Represent the council during inspections by the Health and Safety Executive and Fire and Rescue Service.
• Promote cross-sector partnership working and support the development of best practices with external stakeholders including the Police and educational institutions.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Chartered Membership of IOSH and a relevant degree or equivalent qualification/experience.
• At least 10 years' experience in a senior health and safety leadership role.
• Proven ability to influence strategic planning and drive organisational change.
• Strong people management skills with a track record of leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and statutory duties.
• Experience in delivering effective learning and development programmes.
• Strong analytical, communication, project and budget management skills.
• A valid driving licence and the ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends as required.

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a M&E Project Manager to join a local authority based in Westminster, London. This will be an interim position paying £450-500p/d Umbrella.

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Project Manager with a strong background in Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) engineering to deliver complex capital projects on behalf of Westminster City Council (WCC). This is a hybrid role involving on-site presence and close collaboration with contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders. You will lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all phases of M&E project delivery, from planning to completion.
• Manage project documentation, financial control, and reporting.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and supervise contractors and site staff.
• Implement robust quality assurance measures and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and risks, addressing issues proactively.
• Serve as the primary liaison between WCC, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Interpret technical drawings and lead technical problem-solving processes.
• Uphold WCC's interests and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in managing M&E projects of varying scale and complexity.
• Strong financial management skills and experience controlling budgets.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies and standards.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail with strong quality control and compliance focus.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Proficiency in relevant software tools and project management systems.

Title: M&E Project Manager

Day Rate: £450-500p/d Umbrella

Location: Westminster, London

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Building and Fire Safety Project Manager to join a local authority based in Westminster, London. This will be an interim position paying £450-500p/d Umbrella.

My client is seeking a highly skilled Building and Fire Safety Project Manager to oversee projects that improve and maintain building safety and fire risk compliance across its property portfolio. This hybrid role combines remote working with regular site inspections, with responsibility for ensuring that all activities meet the latest safety regulations, best practices, and council standards. The Project Manager will lead on building safety improvements, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure effective risk management and regulatory compliance at every stage of the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver building and fire safety projects from initiation through to completion.
• Ensure compliance with building safety, fire safety, and housing safety legislation (including the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act).
• Lead on risk identification, mitigation, and reporting across the building portfolio.
• Coordinate safety-related inspections, remedial works, and reporting.
• Maintain project documentation and compliance records.
• Engage and manage external consultants, contractors, and specialist advisors.
• Act as the primary point of contact for building safety and fire safety issues.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and quality standards related to safety works.
• Provide expert advice and updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills & Experience:

• Significant experience managing building and fire safety compliance projects.
• Strong understanding of current building safety, fire safety, and housing standards and regulations. Proven stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Excellent project planning, coordination, and risk management abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical safety reports, fire strategies, and risk assessments. Attention to detail and commitment to high compliance and safety standards.
• Strong leadership skills to coordinate internal and external teams.
• Proficiency with project management and compliance reporting tools.

Title: Building and Fire Safety Project Manager

Day Rate: £450-500p/d Umbrella

Location: Westminster, London

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Compliance Officer for a reputable housing association based in London.

As a Compliance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the housing association adheres to all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing and ensuring compliance with housing regulations and standards.
• Conducting regular audits and preparing reports to identify and address potential compliance issues.

• Oversee adherence to housing regulations and standards, including areas such as heating servicing programs, asbestos management, water safety hygiene, and fire alarm testing.
• Conduct regular audits, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports to identify and address potential compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure cohesive and up-to-date compliance practices.

Skills / Qualifications Required:

• Proven experience in a compliance role within the housing sector, with a strong understanding of housing regulations and standards.
• Familiarity with compliance areas such as heating systems, asbestos management, water safety, and fire safety protocols.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

This role is ideal for a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for upholding high compliance standards.

MMP Consultancy are looking to recruit a Homelessness Prevention Officer on a Temporary basis for a Local Authority based in North West London.

Duties:

• Managing a caseload of people who are currently experiencing a housing crisis and provide a service that seeks to minimise the duration of that crisis.
• Understanding the complex, multiple needs as well as strengths of those individuals and develop trusting, non-dependent relationships to improve their confidence and motivation to progress towards their next step in housing.
• Empowering individuals to find their own solution to their housing crisis, drawing on the assistance provided by the Housing Options Team.
• Create individual Personal Housing Plans (PHPs) for everyone in housing need to sustain existing accommodation and/or find new housing, taking account of their personal circumstances and keep the plan under review.
• Carry out all agreed actions in the PHP that the Council is to take in a timely manner and update the plans promptly.
• Helping people to understand the rented housing market, keeping up-to-date with Local Housing Allowance, benefit changes, and opportunities.
• Providing some support for individuals through the resettlement process when moving to a new home.
• Helping tenants with preparing defence forms for section 21 and other relevant court proceedings

MMP Consultancy are looking to recruit a Recovery Officer on a Temporary basis for a Local Authority based in West London.

Duties:

• To support the Council Tax and NNDR Debt Managers in providing an efficient enforcement and recovery service for the authority.
• Update, investigate and reconcile Council Tax & NNDR accounts and take appropriate further recovery action where necessary in line with section guidelines to maximise revenue for the authority and ensure that targets are met within the department.
• Promote and implement the Council's Policies, particularly in relation to service provision and with due regard to customer care.
• Effectively utilise such IT systems as required during the course of duties.
• Interrogate and update appropriate systems and procedures in assisting to achieve Divisional and Council objectives and make sure the section meets its procedural obligations.
• Liaise and action information/enquiries from other sections, departments and outside agencies as necessary (e.g. DWP, collection agencies, employers and citizen's advice bureau), including maintaining accurate records of debt with external collection agencies and to allocate and process payment schedules and raise invoices as necessary.
• Process and log all cases returned uncollected by the Enforcement Agencies and take appropriate action as defined by procedures and the Enforcement Agents reports.
• Deal with enquiries in relation to cases at Enforcement Agent stage and liaise directly with the Enforcement agencies and debtor.
• Undertake system checks using Experian or other Council systems as appropriate for the purpose of tracing, closed account procedures, credit checks and identifying possible fraud.
• Prepare paperwork for committal, charging orders, applications to set aside etc in line with sectional guidelines.
• Deal with correspondence, telephone, e-mail and counter enquiries accurately and effectively as appropriate and within the departments target.

Knowledge and Skills:

• IRRV qualification desirable, you must have experience within the council tax & business rates sector and a good understanding of the relevant legislation.
• Experience of the Academy system for council tax and NNDR (business rates)
• Able to use Word, outlook and excel spread sheets.

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Property Surveyor on behalf of a Local Authority based in the East Midlands. This is a temporary position for 3 months subject to extension. The rate of pay is £33ph via an umbrella company over a 37.5 hour working week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting and diagnosing building defects, managing complex repairs, and ensuring excellent service delivery in line with our standards and statutory obligations. This is a field-based role covering the East Midlands with flexibility to work from home or across other sites when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of case works from inspection through to completion, including follow-up correspondence.
• Deliver accurate diagnostics and prescribe effective solutions for a wide range of property issues.
• Liaise with residents, contractors, legal counsel, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of works.
• Conduct technical surveys, produce detailed reports, and provide building pathology expertise across the organisation.
• Support leaseholder works, void specifications, and adaptation requests.
• Review and assess home improvement applications to protect the client's assets.
• Contribute to developing best practices, training colleagues, and improving our property repair standards.
  

What We're Looking For

• Relevant professional qualification in surveying (or demonstrable experience with a path to qualification).
• Experience within social housing or a similar regulatory environment is highly desirable.
• In-depth understanding of building pathology and experience with Disrepair Protocol.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - capable of producing technical reports such as Scott Schedules.
• Confident in managing large or complex projects independently, including health & safety compliance and budget considerations.
• Collaborative team player who is comfortable working alone and travelling across the region.
• Strong diagnostic, investigative, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of property legislation, health and safety, and contract management.
• Experience with insurance claims, leaseholder queries, and risk assessments.
• Proficient in using housing management systems and digital tools for property inspections and reporting.

MMP are currently recruiting for Electricians on a temporary basis paying from £200-£289 per day Umbrella Van & Fuel Card, working within the west London area.

The successful candidate will be available within short notice and have social housing experience. You must have a driving license as you will be supplied with a company van.

You will be required to:
* Carry out repairs and maintenance within social housing properties, voids

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Job Title: Maintenance Operative
Department: Property Services
Reports To: Buildings Coordinator
Location: East London
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £21.00ph (Umbrella Rate)

About the Role
We're looking for a hands-on Maintenance Operative to help keep properties safe, functional, and welcoming. You'll carry out day-to-day repairs, support larger maintenance projects, and ensure a high standard of service across all sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete daily maintenance inspections and minor repairs
• Support external contractors on complex repairs and void works
• Monitor contractor performance and report issues
• Order and collect materials as needed
• Maintain accurate records and follow health & safety policies
• Work flexibly across properties, including occasional out-of-hours tasks

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years' experience in maintenance or caretaking (or equivalent)
• Practical skills across general building maintenance
• Good communication and record-keeping abilities
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Full UK driving licence
• Basic IT skills
• Commitment to equality and safety