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Repairs Supervisor
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 43,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Basildon, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing
Location: Essex
Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded social housing provider in Essex, seeking an experienced and proactive Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of operatives delivering day-to-day responsive repairs and maintenance works across their housing stock.
This is a permanent, full-time role offering up to £43,000 per annum, ideal for someone with a strong background in housing maintenance, a good understanding of Schedule of Rates (SORs), and proven experience in managing operatives in the field.
You'll be responsible for ensuring high-quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and compliance with health & safety standards - all while keeping jobs on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise a team of directly employed operatives and/or subcontractors delivering responsive repairs, voids, and minor works
Monitor productivity, quality of work, and adherence to job specifications and timescales
Schedule and allocate jobs effectively using the organisation's job management systems
Carry out regular site visits, tool box talks, and quality inspections
Ensure all works are accurately scoped, costed, and coded using SORs
Liaise with residents, contractors, and internal teams to resolve issues promptly and professionally
Maintain accurate records of works completed, variations, and health & safety documentation
Support performance monitoring, reporting KPIs and ensuring continuous improvement
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards within your team
Requirements
Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor, Voids Supervisor, or similar role within social housing or property maintenance
Solid understanding of responsive repairs and voids processes
Ability to manage, motivate, and develop trade operatives and ensure high levels of performance
Strong knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SORs) and job costing
Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Confident in using IT systems including mobile working technology and job management platforms
A valid NVQ Level 3 (or above) in Construction Management - essential
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
Salary up to £43,000 per annum
Permanent full-time role with long-term career prospects
Local patch - minimal travel across Essex
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Real opportunity to make a positive impact in the community by improving housing standards
How to Apply
If you're a confident and experienced Repairs Supervisor looking for your next step in the Essex area, with a strong background in social housing and an NVQ in Construction Management - we want to hear from you.
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