What we do

<p>bpha is a Housing Association based in Bedford but operating within the Oxford to Cambridge corridor. We have an outstanding track record of delivering affordable homes and are committed to building communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. We currently own or manage over 18,500 homes, employ around 400 staff and are committed to providing our customers with high quality, value for money services. </p>

Building Safety Manager Bedford (Hybrid) 57,398 Including Car Allowance Permanent Full time - 37 hours per week We are looking for a Building Safety Manager to manage high risk buildings across various sites within Bedford. The three main purposes of the Building Safety Manager are, managing building safety in accordance with the proposed safety case, facilitating the discharge of statutory duties and supporting and enabling residents. The function and role of the Building Safety Manager is to support the accountable person in fulfilling their duties. What you will be doing: Work with the Appointed Person, and assist them to fulfil their duties and where appropriate, take on the role of the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 Ensuring and assessing that those employed to maintain and manage the building have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience Maintaining and operating information management systems to facilitate safe management of the building Maintaining and managing the safety case for the building so that risks are proactively identified, and mitigating measures put in place and maintained. Identifying and ensuring that necessary and appropriate building remediation is undertaken to ensure that the conditions set out in the building registration certificate are met. Engaging residents in the safe management of their building through a Resident Engagement Strategy that includes routes of escalation for resident concerns. Demonstrating that fire risk assessments for the whole building are undertaken and reviewed regularly and any recommendations are undertaken in a timely manner We’d love to meet someone with: A minimum of three years of relevant experience in a similar role NEBOSH fire safety (or equivalent) Building related degree or similar qualification/experience Evidence of CPD Willingness to continue formal learning as part of the role of the Building Safety Manger The ability to understand and apply relevant fire and structural safety principles and practices in coordinating safety of HRBs and their occupancy Suitable knowledge and understanding of relevant principles and technical standards for building safety and public health matters, with the ability to co-ordinate and integrate this knowledge and information holistically Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (Rising with services to 33 days plus bank hols) A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Enhanced family leave Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 10th October 2024 Interviews: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible

Building Safety Manager 

Carpenter (Multi Skilled) Bedford Up to 34,650 Permanent Full Time (40 hours per week) bpha are a forward-thinking housing association, on a mission to build thriving communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. We work right across the Oxford to Cambridge Arc, and own or manage over 19,000 homes. As one of the top 25 Housing Association developers in the country, we remain committed to delivering high-quality affordable housing to those who need it the most. Our Residents, shared owners and leaseholders are at the core of everything we do at bpha. With every employee playing an important part in ensuring we continue to provide them with excellent customer service and maintaining our role as a responsible landlord. This is an exciting time at bpha as we look to introduce our in-house maintenance service for the first time in the organisation’s 30 year history. Finding the right people that share our passion for an excellent customer experience and our ambition to grow this service and embrace the opportunities that it will present, is hugely important to us. As a carpenter, you will be expected to have relevant training, experience, and trade skills to cover a wide range of carpentry related repairs within our customers’ homes, ensuring that the repairs required are diagnosed correctly, and works completed are to a high standard and quality. This role will be delivered on a rota basis. What you will be doing: Delivering a service which understands the needs of our customers and delivers a positive outcome for them. Adherence to all policies, procedures, processes, controls, systems, required training and record keeping. Attend all required training, toolbox talks, one to ones, appraisals, and any other work-related events that you are invited to, embracing the opportunity for challenge, personal growth, and development. Ensuring that all company owned property is properly maintained, cared for, respected, and remains fit for purpose at all times. Being professional, courteous, empathetic, adaptable, self-motivated, take pride and ownership of your work, able to resolve problems you encounter, deliver a high-quality repair, and provide an excellent customer experience every time. We’d love to meet someone with: Ideally educated to GCSE or equivalent levels NVQ level 2 or higher Carpentry Excellent knowledge of carpentry and joinery within a domestic home and communal areas, with proven experience is diagnosing, repairing, and resolving issues Demonstrable knowledge and experience in repairing UPVC door &amp; window components. Good and relevant health and safety knowledge A strong, demonstrable commitment to excellence in customer service IT skills suitable for carrying out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device Demonstrable experience and knowledge in other construction trades and activities, being able to deliver repairs outside of your core trade when required Demonstrable knowledge and experience in at least one other construction trade to an intermediate level Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary of up to 34,650 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays A generous contributory pension scheme Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Interview process for this role is two stages. Closing date: 1st October 2024 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Carpenter (Multi Skilled) 

Plasterer (Multi Skilled) Bedford Up to 33,600 Permanent Full Time (40 hours per week) We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha’s In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer’s lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. Would you like to be a part of our new in-house repairs &amp; maintenance service where you are valued as a key member of our workforce and can truly make a difference to our customer’s lives? Working to a rotating shift pattern of 40 hours per week, with some weekend working What you will be doing: Responsible for adhering to all systems, policies, procedures, processes, documentation, and record keeping requirements in relation to SHEQ, fleet and tools Responsible for delivering a positive experience for our customers whilst working within their homes, achieving a high-level of first-time fix Responsible for applying your technical knowledge, skills, and training to complete the repairs assigned to you in a safe, efficient manner You will strive to improve your first-time fix rate, by maintaining adequate approved van stock levels To undertake additional duties commensurate with the level of this role as required We’d love to meet someone with: A strong, demonstrable commitment to excellence in customer service Excellent knowledge of plastering and associated tasks within a domestic home and communal areas, with proven experience is diagnosing, repairing, and resolving issues NVQ level 2 or higher in Plastering/Wet trades, or similar Full clean driving licence Good and relevant health and safety knowledge An organised approach to work, self-motivated, with a positive attitude and able to manage time effectively and efficiently Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary from 33,600 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (rising to 33 days plus bank holidays with length of service) A generous contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 1st October 2024 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.

Plasterer (Multi Skilled)

Plumber (Multi Skilled) Bedford and Surrounding Areas From 33,600 per annum plus company van and fuel card Permanent Full time (40 hours per week) We currently have an exciting opportunity for a candidate to join bpha’s In House Maintenance Service, who make a difference to our customer’s lives everyday by delivering a high-quality repairs service designed around them. We operate across Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire and surrounding areas, and we utilise the latest technology to ensure that we not only deliver a great experience for our customers, but for our colleagues as well. Would you like to be a part of our new in-house repairs &amp; maintenance service where you are valued as a key member of our workforce and can truly make a difference to our customer’s lives? We are currently looking for Plumber (Multi Skilled) to be responsible for the delivery and completion of plumbing repairs within our customers’ homes and within empty properties (voids). As a plumber, you will have the relevant training, experience, and trade skills to cover a wide range of plumbing related repairs, ensuring that the repairs required are diagnosed correctly and works completed are to a high standard and quality. Working to a rotating shift pattern of 40 hours per week, with some weekend working What you will be doing: Applying your technical knowledge, skills, and training to complete the repairs assigned to you in a safe, efficient manner Taking responsibility for ensuring that you operate in an organised way with minimal downtime, meeting the needs of our customers Delivering a high standard of workmanship, quality, and customer experience Achieving a high-level of first-time fix, and ensuring that we achieve a positive outcome for the customer We’d love to meet someone with: A strong, demonstrable commitment to excellence in customer service Excellent knowledge of domestic plumbing installations, with proven experience is diagnosing, repairing, and resolving issues NVQ level 2 or higher Plumbing (E) or C&amp;G 6189: Plumbing and domestic heating Level 2 or higher Full clean driving licence Good and relevant health and safety knowledge An organised approach to work, self-motivated, with a positive attitude and able to manage time effectively and efficiently Amongst what we offer you is: A competitive salary from 33,600 per annum plus company van and fuel card 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays (rising to 33 days plus bank holidays with length of service) A generous contributory pension scheme Enhanced family leave Private health care Free life assurance Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym Opportunities for learning and development Discounted gym membership Retail discount scheme Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application. Closing date: 1st October 2024 Interview date: To be confirmed We reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that we have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis we would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.