Direct Labour Organisation Supervisor

Neway International Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in London is seeking a proactive DLO Supervisor to lead their Housing team. This role involves overseeing operations and enhancing the quality of housing maintenance services. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in housing, along with strong management and communication skills. This position offers a competitive pay rate over the contract period.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory experience in housing or maintenance operations.
• Proven ability to manage teams and drive performance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the team.
• Allocate resources in line with demand.
• Monitor staff performance through coaching and appraisals.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and operational efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

The London Borough of Lambeth is seeking a proactive and experienced Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) Supervisor to join their Housing team. This is a key leadership role within the DLO management structure, supporting the delivery of high-quality housing maintenance services across the borough.

Role Details

Location: North Lambeth Area Office, 91 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 4HQ

Hours: 35 per week (09:00–17:30)

Contract: 17 November 2025 – 15 February 2026

Rate: £23.86 PAYE / £31.13 Umbrella

Role Overview

As DLO Supervisor, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, reporting to the Operational DLO Manager (North/South). You’ll play a vital role in shaping service delivery, contributing to business planning, KPIs, and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Allocating resources in line with demand, working closely with schedulers
• Monitoring staff performance through reporting, coaching, and appraisals
• Ensuring work meets quality standards and operational efficiency
• Taking corrective action where performance falls short

What We’re Looking For

• Strong supervisory experience in housing or maintenance operations
• Proven ability to manage teams and drive performance
• Excellent organisational and communication skills