Lead Building Maintenance Supervisor - Multi-Trade

Mears Group PLC; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Staff rewards (Mears Rewards)

Volunteering leave

Family friendly policies

Company van, fuel card, and uniform

Job summary

Mears Group PLC is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor to lead hands-on maintenance across multiple tenanted properties. You will supervise trades, inspect works, and ensure compliance with health and safety and building regulations.

The role requires strong communication, site leadership, and a focus on delivering high‑quality repairs on time. A full UK driving licence is essential and a company vehicle will be provided.

Qualifications

• Full valid UK manual driving licence.
• Proven experience supervising operatives within repairs and maintenance.
• Trade background with hands‑on knowledge of building maintenance practices.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multi‑trade teams.
• Ability to carry out inspections and assess work against quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-inspections on internal and external tenanted properties.
• Inspect works at height including doors, windows, and snagging on scaffolding.
• Supervise and coordinate tradespeople and subcontractors across multiple workstreams.
• Oversee planned, cyclical, and responsive repairs to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery.
• Ensure all works meet industry standards and building regulations.
• Log works and generate reports using PDA systems and Excel.
• Provide excellent customer care and resolve issues professionally.
• Monitor productivity, resource allocation, and contract profitability.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, quality, and compliance.
• Compile management reports on operational activities and performance.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety protocols and company operating procedures.

Skills

Driving licence

Supervising trades

Building maintenance

Inspecting at height

Contract management

Customer service

Tools

PDA systems

Excel

Job description

Mears Group PLC is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor to lead hands-on maintenance across multiple tenanted properties. You will supervise trades, inspect works, and ensure compliance with health and safety and building regulations.

The role requires strong communication, site leadership, and a focus on delivering high‑quality repairs on time. A full UK driving licence is essential and a company vehicle will be provided.