Area Repairs Supervisor x2

plymouthcommunityhomes; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A large social housing provider in Plymouth is looking for an experienced Area Repairs Supervisor to oversee a dynamic repairs service. The role involves supervising repairs, conducting inspections, and managing contractors to ensure high-quality service and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a recognised trade qualification and strong leadership skills, along with technical knowledge in building works. A supportive workplace with benefits such as an excellent pension scheme and a fully equipped onsite gym is offered.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Free onsite gym

Up to 30 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual flu vaccination

Paid volunteering days

Modern office facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing repairs and trades teams.
• Strong understanding of building works and health & safety legislation.
• Ability to supervise and deliver repairs across occupied and vacant homes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day repairs and minor works.
• Carry out inspections and surveys of properties.
• Manage contractors and compliance with standards.
• Lead and develop a team of operatives.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Confident communicator

Practical leadership

Education

Recognised trade or professional qualification

Job description

About the role

Are you an experienced trades professional or repairs manager who thrives on variety, responsibility and delivering a first-class service? We’re looking for an Area Repairs Supervisor to take a hands-on lead in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused and value-for-money repairs service across both occupied and vacant homes.

This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll balance operational delivery with people management, inspections and problem-solving, ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working closely with colleagues across Homes & Communities and other teams, you’ll play a vital role in providing customers with a seamless, responsive repairs service they can rely on.

You’ll be part of the out-of-hours on-call rota and trusted to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions and keep services running smoothly.

What you’ll be doing

• Supervising and delivering day-to-day responsive repairs and minor works
• Carrying out inspections and surveys in both occupied and empty properties
• Preparing schedules of work and managing planned maintenance and small improvement projects
• Assessing disrepair claims and ensuring appropriate remedial action
• Managing contractors and ensuring works meet quality, cost and health & safety standards
• Carrying out health and safety inspections and ensuring compliance with legislation
• Leading, motivating and developing a team of operatives, where applicable

You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, a recognised trade or professional qualification, and a solid understanding of building works and health & safety legislation. Just as importantly, you’ll be a confident communicator and a practical leader who takes pride in getting things right first time.

About Plymouth Community Homes

We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.

With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.

What we can offer you

• Excellent pension scheme with high employer contributions
• Free, fully equipped onsite gym and changing facilities
• Up to 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), with holiday trading
• 3 paid volunteering days each year through our Make a Difference scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Modern devices and smartphones to support digital working
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace with dress-down Fridays, quizzes and charity events
• Modern, spacious offices on a main bus route, just three miles from the city centre
• Daily food van and excellent local amenities within walking distance
• The chance to work in a vibrant and beautiful part of the South West

Please note : we do not accept unsolicited approaches from recruitment agencies.

To Apply

If this sounds like the next step in your repairs or trades management career, select Apply and complete our application form. Please refer clearly to the person specification, demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the role requirements.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact Andy Withey, Repairs Manager, on 01752 388196.

Shortlisting date: 12th January 2026

Interview date: 20th January 2026

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If you are an apprentice, please ensure the Learning & Development team are aware of your intention to apply.

We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from talented people from all communities and backgrounds.

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