Repairs Supervisor (PO2) – London based Council
£22 PAYE / £28 Umbrella (Inside IR35)
35 hours per week
3-month contract
We are working with a Local Authority in London whoare seeking an experienced Repairs Supervisor to cover a vacant post, overseeing a team of high-performing operatives delivering responsive repairs and void works to council housing stock. This role requires strong leadership, multi-trade technical expertise, and a proven track record in social housing maintenance.
Responsibilities:
* Supervise a team of trade operatives to ensure high-quality repairs and efficient use of materials
* Undertake complex diagnostics and coordinate multi-trade repair projects (e.g. major leaks affecting multiple properties)
* Carry out pre- and post-inspections on tenanted properties
* Manage void works to ensure delivery within agreed timescales
* Conduct toolbox talks and one-to-one meetings with operatives
* Attend evening Tenant Association meetings as required
* Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and building standards
* Provide excellent customer service, maintaining professional and courteous communication with residents
* Participate in an on-call rota (24/7 service, 365 days a year)
Requirements:
* Extensive social housing experience with a trade background (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, tiling)
* Strong understanding of building regulations and compliance
* Excellent communication and supervisory skills
* Knowledge of statutory health & safety legislation, including risk assessments and method statements
* Experience delivering quality control post-inspections
* Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when required
* Enhanced DBS check
Contact:James at Service Care Solutions - 01772 208967 - james.glover@servicecare.org.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr