Asset Lead
Location: Berwickshire (Hybrid working available)
Level: 5
Salary: £52,994 per annum
Full-time, Permanent
We are looking for someone whose personal values align with BHA's values - Brilliant Basics, Learn & Grow, Embrace Change and Inspire Together.
You will lead the Asset Team ensuring BHA is considered a fair client through excellent contract management and compliant procurement which delivers value for money and effective budget management.
Liaising closely with colleagues across the Association to ensure an integrated approach to Asset Management, particularly with the compliance, voids and repairs functions.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
• Effective relationship management within the Repairs and Asset Team and with our colleagues in Neighbourhood Management, and Business Support colleagues to deliver excellent, cohesive services resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Effective external relationships with customers, contractors, consultants, Scottish Borders Council, other RSLs and stakeholders to ensure efficiency, efficiency and economy.
• A drive for continuous improvement both within assets, the wider team and throughout BHA.
• Modelling our leadership behaviours including promoting constructive challenge and accepting and seeking constructive feedback.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Brilliant Basics
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Asset Management Strategy.
• Develop an annual budget submission, a rolling 5-year programme and 30-year cash flows for revenue and capital investment in our homes.
• Maintain and implement an Integrated Asset Management approach to ensure BHA’s Investment Plan delivers value for money.
• Ensure the timely delivery of capital and revenue programmes with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with BHA performance standards and statutory requirements including Health & Safety.
• Ensure accurate and robust property data management processes.
Embrace Change
• Assess regulatory requirements and government policy related to asset management, including Net Zero.
• Develop policies, procedures, and investment programmes aligned to evolving standards.
• Review and update policies to reflect current legislation and best practice.
• Contribute to software and system developments to enhance operational efficiency.
• Represent BHA on external groups and forums related to the Zero Carbon agenda.
Learn & Grow
• Manage and support the Asset Team with a focus on good practice, performance and training.
• Identify development needs and support delivery through personal Development Plans, coaching, and mentoring.
• Contribute to team and personal development through self-managed learning and knowledge sharing.
• Promote and embed continuous improvement across the team.
Inspire Together
• Foster collaboration across the organisation to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Promote effective customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Ensure the team operates in line with BHA values, policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the wider Repairs & Asset Team’s development.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, teamwork, and shared accountability.
Why join BHA?
We’re not just about bricks and mortar. We’re about people. We care about our communities and our colleagues — and we’re proud to offer a supportive, inclusive, and agile workplace where your ideas and energy matter.
How to apply:
For full details on this exciting opportunity, please visit our website to download the recruitment pack; https://www.berwickshirehousing.org.uk/careers/
To apply online, click on the 'Apply Now’ button on our careers page.
You must complete an application form to be considered for any of our vacancies, we do not accept CVs.
We are looking for you to evidence and demonstrate within the personal statement section of the application how your own values align with BHA’s values, and how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you have any difficulties applying for the vacancy on our website then please call 0800 652 8104 and request a call back from Lynne Bryce, People & Culture Lead.
Closing date: Thursday 17th July at noon.
Interview date: Thursday 31st June.
Want to learn more? For an informal chat, call 0800 652 8104 and ask for a call back from Joanna Voisey, Director of Assets & Sustainability.