Overview
Salary: £45,000
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (6 months temporary, permanent thereafter)
The Role: A well-established social housing provider is seeking an experienced Reactive Repairs Supervisor to oversee day-to-day responsive repairs across a residential housing stock. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering stability and progression into a permanent role after an initial six-month period. The role will be primarily based around the Brentwood area, with occasional travel to Southend-on-Sea.
Location & Details
* Location: Brentwood, Essex
* Region: UK - East
* Type: Full Time
* Posted: 04/02/2026
* Reference: 054_1770195000
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise a team of operatives and/or contractors delivering reactive repairs
* Ensure day-to-day repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard
* Monitor performance against KPIs, productivity, and quality benchmarks
* Carry out inspections of completed works and address any defects or issues
* Act as the first point of escalation for complex repairs and resident concerns
* Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
* Liaise with schedulers, surveyors, and other internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery
* Maintain accurate records using housing and repairs management systems
About You
* Proven experience in a Reactive Repairs Supervisor role within social housing or a similar environment
* Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and repairs
* Experience managing operatives or contractors in a fast-paced setting
* Good understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements
* Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
* Organised, decisive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
What’s On Offer
* £45,000 salary
* Temp-to-perm role with guaranteed permanent placement after 6 months
* Company van and fuel card provided
* Stable patch primarily covering Brentwood, with limited travel to Southend-on-Sea
* Opportunity to join a supportive organisation with long-term prospects
To apply for this role, if it sounds of interest to you, please get in touch or submit your CV today. Apply for this job
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