Repairs Team Leader/Supervisor
Location: Haywards Heath,
Pay Rate: £31.27 per hour
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Repairs Team Leader to join a well-established housing repairs and maintenance service. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader to manage a front-line operational team, ensuring high-quality repair works are delivered safely, efficiently, and with a strong focus on customer service.
This role is predominantly site-based, where you will supervise trade teams, monitor performance, and ensure works are completed to the required standards while delivering value for money.
The Role
As a Repairs Team Leader, you will oversee a team of Trade Operatives and Multi-Trade Operatives delivering responsive repairs and maintenance services. You will be responsible for coordinating workloads, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and supporting the team to meet operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and monitor a team of Trade Operatives and Multi-Trade Operatives to ensure objectives and quality standards are achieved
Coordinate and allocate repair and maintenance tasks across relevant trades in line with service requirements and time frames
Provide guidance on best practice, procedures, and safe working methods
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures
Conduct quality inspections of completed works and arrange rectification where required
Act as a technical escalation point, supporting the team with operational issues and technical advice
Manage tools and specialist equipment, including safety checks and storage controls
Monitor and track performance metrics, ensuring reporting is completed in line with business requirements
Lead on team performance management, including work allocation, monitoring completion, and supporting formal appraisals
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the service and provide cover where required
Essential Experience & Skills
Proven leadership experience managing operational or trade teams
Strong coaching and performance management capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Experience with resource planning and financial awareness
Experience conducting inspections and producing reports
Apply Now
If you're an experienced team leader within repairs, maintenance, or property services and are looking for your next opportunity to lead a high-performing operational team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this temp-to-perm opportunity