Repairs Supervisor
028_1759478751 Posted: 10/03/2025
Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing
Location: East London
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Contract:Permanent
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Repairs Supervisor to join a respected social housing provider in East London. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent.
The role offers a fantastic opportunity to step into a stable and rewarding position, overseeing responsive repairs and ensuring residents' homes are maintained to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supervise day-to-day responsive repairs across social housing properties
2. Allocate workloads to operatives and contractors, ensuring jobs are completed on time and within budget
3. Carry out inspections and post-works checks to ensure compliance and quality standards are met
4. Act as the main point of contact for residents, ensuring excellent customer care and communication
5. Monitor KPIs and contractor performance, producing reports for senior management
6. Ensure all works are carried out safely and in line with housing legislation and health & safety requirements
7. Support continuous improvement in repairs service delivery and resident satisfaction
Requirements
8. Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor within social housing - essential
9. Strong knowledge of responsive repairs and housing maintenance
10. Experience managing operatives and subcontractors in a housing environment
11. Excellent organisational and leadership skills
12. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a resident-focused approach
13. Knowledge of compliance, housing legislation, and health & safety standards
14. Full UK driving licence preferred
What's on Offer
15. £45,000 per annum
16. 6-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to go permanent
17. Role based in East London with a respected social housing provider
18. Supportive and collaborative working environment
19. Opportunity to develop and grow within a stable long-term position
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Repairs Supervisor to secure a role with genuine long-term prospects. If you have a strong social housing background and are looking for a position that offers stability, progression, and the chance to make a real difference in East London, we'd love to hear from you.