Lead Trades Supervisor: Complex Voids & Disrepair

Connexions Thames Valley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexions Thames Valley in London seeks a Supervisor to lead a team of skilled tradespeople in complex repairs, voids and disrepair projects within social housing. You will drive quality workmanship and customer service while coordinating with planning, surveying and repairs staff.

The role requires a trade qualification, leadership experience, and a strong focus on right-first-time repairs, health and safety, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a qualified tradesperson in carpentry, plumbing, general building, or roofing.
• Strong leadership and team supervision capabilities.
• Experience with repairs and maintenance in a social housing context.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of tradespeople with focus on quality and productivity.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers to plan and deliver repairs.
• Oversee Health and Safety in a social housing repairs environment.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge and diagnostic skills in housing maintenance.
• Plan work for multiple trades to minimise downtime.
• Handle administration and CRM data for the team.
• Ensure repairs meet timelines and KPIs.
• Remain calm under pressure and provide strong customer service.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder liaison

Problem solving

Education

Trade qualification (carpentry/plumbing/general building/roofing)

Job description

Connexions Thames Valley in London seeks a Supervisor to lead a team of skilled tradespeople in complex repairs, voids and disrepair projects within social housing. You will drive quality workmanship and customer service while coordinating with planning, surveying and repairs staff.

The role requires a trade qualification, leadership experience, and a strong focus on right-first-time repairs, health and safety, and stakeholder collaboration.