Repairs Supervisor
054_1770195000 Posted: 04/02/2026
Reactive Repairs Supervisor
Location: Brentwood
Salary: £45,000
Contract: Temporary to Permanent (6 months temp, 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 only occasional travel to Southend-on-Sea.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supervise a team of operatives and/or contractors delivering reactive repairs
2. Ensure day-to-day repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard
3. Monitor performance against KPIs, productivity, and quality benchmarks
4. Carry out inspections of completed works and address any defects or issues
5. Act as the first point of escalation for complex repairs and resident concerns
6. Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures
7. Liaise with schedulers, surveyors, and other internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery
8. Maintain accurate records using housing and repairs management systems
About You
9. Proven experience in a Reactive Repairs Supervisor role within social housing or a similar environment
10. Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and repairs
11. Experience managing operatives or contractors in a fast-paced setting
12. Good understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements
13. Strong communication skills with a customer-focused approach
14. Organised, decisive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
What's on Offer
15. £45,000 salary
16. Temp-to-perm role with guaranteed permanent placement after 6 months
17. Company van and fuel card provided
18. Stable patch primarily covering Brentwood, with limited travel to Southend-on-Sea
19. 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.