Repairs Supervisor

Magenta International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Magenta International is seeking an experienced Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied residential properties across the UK.

You will oversee day-to-day activities, ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery, and drive customer satisfaction while mentoring apprentices and coordinating with planners and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Experience as Repairs Supervisor or similar in social housing or maintenance.
• Strong multi-trade knowledge and property maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of health & safety, RAMS and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing teams, monitoring KPIs and driving performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and mobile workforce systems.
• CSCS Card held.
• Desirable SSSTS/SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day repairs and maintenance activities in occupied properties.
• Supervise operatives and subcontractors, ensuring safe, timely work.
• Monitor productivity, quality and performance via site visits and inspections.
• Ensure works meet timescales, budgets and client specs.
• Review completed works, variations and job coding for accuracy.
• Collaborate with planners, admins and client reps to meet service targets.
• Promote high health, safety and compliance standards across activities.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Support workforce planning and out-of-hours service when required.
• Build relationships with residents, clients and stakeholders.
• Coach apprentices and junior staff for development.

Skills

Team supervision

Multi-trade knowledge

H&S compliance

Stakeholder communication

IT skills

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

SSSTS/SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely (desirable)

Tools

Mobile workforce software

MS Office

Job description

Repairs Supervisor

Salary: Up to £45,000 + Company Van & Fuel Card

Our client is a leading property services contractor delivering responsive repairs, planned maintenance, refurbishments, and void property works across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Repairs Supervisor to oversee a team of operatives and subcontractors delivering essential maintenance services within occupied residential properties.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supervisor with a strong trade background and a passion for delivering high-quality customer service, operational excellence, and first-time fixes.

The Role

As Repairs Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of responsive repair and maintenance activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and supporting a team of operatives and subcontractors undertaking responsive repairs and maintenance works.
• Monitoring productivity, quality, and performance through regular site visits and inspections.
• Ensuring all works are completed within agreed timescales, budgets, and client specifications.
• Reviewing completed works, variations, and job coding to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Working closely with planners, administrators, and client representatives to maintain service delivery targets.
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and compliance across all activities.
• Conducting site inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Supporting workforce planning and assisting with out-of-hours service provision when required.
• Building positive relationships with residents, clients, and stakeholders.
• Coaching and mentoring apprentices and junior team members to support professional development.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Repairs Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, or Senior Trade Operative within social housing, property maintenance, or responsive repairs.
• Strong multi-trade knowledge and understanding of property maintenance operations.
• Sound knowledge of health & safety legislation, RAMS, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience managing teams, monitoring KPIs, and driving performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and mobile workforce management systems.
• CSCS Card.
• SSSTS, SMSTS, or IOSH Managing Safely qualification (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.
• Company van and fuel card.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Overtime and out-of-hours earning opportunities.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Long-service recognition awards.
• Retail, leisure, travel, and wellbeing discounts.
• Paid volunteering day each year.
• Ongoing training, career development, and genuine opportunities for progression.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.