Repairs Supervisor

Description

Job Title: Repairs Supervisor – Social Housing

Location: Essex

Salary: Up to 43,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We're recruiting on behalf of a well–regarded social housing provider in Essex, seeking an experienced and proactive Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of operatives delivering day–to–day responsive repairs and maintenance works across their housing stock.

This is a permanent, full–time role offering up to 43,000 per annum, ideal for someone with a strong background in housing maintenance, a good understanding of Schedule of Rates (SORs), and proven experience in managing operatives in the field.

You'll be responsible for ensuring high–quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and compliance with health & safety standards – all while keeping jobs on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise a team of directly employed operatives and/or subcontractors delivering responsive repairs, voids, and minor works

Monitor productivity, quality of work, and adherence to job specifications and timescales

Schedule and allocate jobs effectively using the organisation's job management systems

Carry out regular site visits, tool box talks, and quality inspections

Ensure all works are accurately scoped, costed, and coded using SORs

Liaise with residents, contractors, and internal teams to resolve issues promptly and professionally

Maintain accurate records of works completed, variations, and health & safety documentation

Support performance monitoring, reporting KPIs and ensuring continuous improvement

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards within your team

Requirements

Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor, Voids Supervisor, or similar role within social housing or property maintenance

Solid understanding of responsive repairs and voids processes

Ability to manage, motivate, and develop trade operatives and ensure high levels of performance

Strong knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SORs) and job costing

Excellent organisational, communication, and problem–solving skills

Confident in using IT systems including mobile working technology and job management platforms

A valid NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Construction Management – essential

Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Salary up to 43,000 per annum

Permanent full–time role with long–term career prospects

Local patch – minimal travel across Essex

Supportive, team–oriented environment

Real opportunity to make a positive impact in the community by improving housing standards

How to Apply

If you're a confident and experienced Repairs Supervisor looking for your next step in the Essex area, with a strong background in social housing and an NVQ in Construction Management – we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV!

Ad ID: 5417182354