Multi Skilled Fabric Works Supervisor

Lancer Scott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancer Scott in Bristol is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee a key contract for Bristol City Council. You will lead a team of trade operatives and subcontractors, ensuring responsive and planned repairs are delivered safely, on time and to high standards.

This role requires strong leadership, project management, and excellent communication with residents, contractors and internal teams. A proactive, flexible approach to work and solid budgeting and health & safety compliance are

Qualifications

• Experience leading trade operatives and subcontractors.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• IT literacy with MS Office and work management systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and RAMS.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising a team of trade operatives and subcontractors for responsive and planned repairs and maintenance.
• Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, to high standards, and within budget and time constraints.
• Conducting site inspections and quality control checks to ensure compliance with specifications and health & safety regulations.
• Liaising with residents, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth workflows and high customer satisfaction.
• Managing budgets, monitoring expenditure, processing invoices, and controlling inventory.
• Implementing and monitoring health and safety procedures, risk assessments (RAMS), and toolbox talks.
• Using NFHA rates to measure and value works

Skills

People management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

IT literacy

Health & Safety knowledge

Proactive / flexible

Property maintenance

Budget management

Education

Full UK driving licence

SSSTS or SMSTS training

IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds / HNC/HND in Building Contract Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work management systems

Job description

Why work for us?

Established in 1998 Lancer Scott offers renowned high-quality construction projects and facilities management services. Based in the heart of Bristol we have enjoyed success and significant growth, particularly in the last four years with turnover increasing from £56 million in 2020 to a projected £125 million in 2025.

If you would like to join a rapidly expanding business that can offer up good opportunities for career development and professional personal growth.

What will be my core responsibilities?

The role of Maintenance Supervisor involves a blend of technical expertise and team management capability, looking after one of our key contracts for Bristol City Council. The position requires strong leadership and project management skills to enhance operational efficiency ensuring we deliver a first class service.

• Leading and supervising a team of trade operatives and subcontractors for responsive and planned repairs and maintenance.
• Ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, to high standards, and within budget and time constraints.
• Conducting site inspections and quality control checks to ensure compliance with specifications and health & safety regulations.
• Liaising with residents, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth workflows and high customer satisfaction.
• Managing budgets, monitoring expenditure, processing invoices, and controlling inventory.
• Implementing and monitoring health and safety procedures, risk assessments (RAMS), and toolbox talks.
• Using NFHA rates to measure and value works

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

Experience/Attributes:

• Strong people management skills, including the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to plan schedules and prioritise workloads.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities to resolve issues independently and react to emergencies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to deal with a wide range of people, including distressed residents, contractors, and staff.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• IT literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office and work management systems.
• Strong understanding of relevant Health & Safety legislation and compliance processes.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and flexible approach to work.
• Significant experience in property maintenance
• Experience in delivering projects within budget and managing contractor performance.
• Ideally knowledge and experience in social housing repairs and reactive maintenance.

Qualifications & Certifications:

• A full UK driving licence.
• Supervisory safety training such as SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) or SMSTS is preferred.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualifications are advantageous
• Technical knowledge across multiple trades (e.g., plumbing, electrical ).
• Relevant trade qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds) or HNC/HND in Building Contract Management are beneficial.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Building Communities at Lancer Scott

At Lancer Scott, we’re committed to giving back through hands‑on support, funding, and partnerships that create lasting impact. We've helped deliver projects like East Street Mews, providing housing for young homeless people, and revitalised community spaces such as the East Looe Hub and a Scouts hut in Gloucestershire. Our partnership with Community of Purpose enables us to support initiatives like the Bristol Young Heroes Awards and the Break Free Programme, giving young people opportunities to thrive.

Join us at Lancer Scott, where your work helps strengthen communities.