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Supervisor - Portsmouth City Council, Portsmouth
Mountjoy specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance, and facilities management services across the south of England.
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Supervisor to join our dynamic team. This permanent position is well suited to an individual looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.
Our Company Benefits
* 31 days annual leave rising to 36 days with length of service (including bank holidays)
* Flexible scheme to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave per year
* Company sick pay after 12 months of service
* Life Insurance
* Octopus Electric Dreams Car Scheme for driving a new electric car, paid through salary sacrifice
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Length of Service Rewards
* Defined contribution Pension Scheme of 8% (3% Employer and 5% Employee)
* Employee Assistance Programme for staff support
* Own company vehicle and fuel card provided
* Full uniform and safety equipment supplied
* Tool loan access for trade staff
* Refer a Friend scheme
You will primarily work within Portsmouth City Council’s (PCC) Housing and Corporate Assets contract, servicing over 8,000 social housing homes and 718 council buildings with responsive, void, and planned maintenance.
You are responsible for supervising work delivered in the field by operatives and subcontractors within PCC’s housing and assets stock. As Supervisor, you are accountable for ensuring compliance with contract and company processes and procedures.
Key Elements of the Role
* Support and empower operatives to make decisions to achieve the right work at the right time, following the value and enabling steps (e.g., clear information, access, diagnosis, ordering, completing repairs, scheduling future visits).
* Manage, measure, and monitor operatives and subcontractors to ensure correct processes are followed, high standards of work are maintained, safety is prioritized, and value for money is achieved.
* Ensure the safe use and maintenance of vehicles, report accidents, keep vehicles clean, and manage van stock efficiently.
* Escalate urgent issues to the Lead Supervisor and support technical queries for the operations team.
* Scope and survey large works, providing cost estimates and ensuring supervision through to completion, compliant with CDM 2015.
* Recruit, induct, and manage operatives, including probation and performance reviews.
* Deliver toolbox talks and maintain a respectful, courteous approach with tenants.
* Promote health and safety practices, undertake investigations, and manage absence and incident procedures.
* Provide out-of-hours escalation support as needed.
Qualifications Required
* Technical expertise, qualifications, or apprenticeship in a trade skill
* Full, clean driving license
Knowledge Required
* Technical building knowledge of methods, practices, regulations, and legislation
* Knowledge of construction and building maintenance materials and methods
Experience Required
* 5 years’ experience in a building maintenance environment
* 2 years’ experience in social housing (preferred)
* Experience with systems thinking methodology (desirable)
* Demonstrated leadership in the field
If you believe you have the skills and experience for this Supervisor role, please click “apply” now – we look forward to hearing from you!
The company is an Equal Opportunities employer, a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and part of the Hampshire Construction Training Association. All staff must pass a DBS check.
Our Company Values
We take pride in everything we do, and we expect all employees to:
* Present a professional appearance
* Keep vehicles and work areas tidy and safe
* Deliver high-quality work consistently
We have Integrity, built-in
Key Information
Department: Portsmouth Council Maintenance
Location: PO2 8AA
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: £38,902
Reports to: Repairs Managers
Reports from: Operatives
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