Repairs Supervisor

Howells Solutions Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Development opportunities

Supportive environment

Impactful housing work

Job summary

Howells Solutions Limited is seeking a Repairs Supervisor for the Social Housing sector, covering Milton Keynes to Newbury. The role offers £45,000 plus a company van and fuel card, with responsibilities to supervise reactive maintenance teams and manage housing repair operations.

You will inspect properties, allocate work orders, monitor budgets, and maintain safety and quality standards while coordinating with residents and other departments. A valid driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in social housing or property maintenance with supervisory responsibilities.
• Knowledge of SOR codes.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in housing maintenance.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and basic computer applications.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians and contractors in responding to reactive maintenance requests.
• Inspect properties to identify repair and maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate the allocation of work orders, scheduling repairs, and managing the team's daily activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work, materials used, and costs incurred.
• Monitor budgets and costs, making recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
• Build positive relationships with residents and address their concerns promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective communication and coordination on housing-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide regular reports and updates to management regarding the status of maintenance operations.

Skills

Social housing experience

Supervisory leadership

Building maintenance knowledge

Health & safety compliance

Communication skills

Maintenance software

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing

Covering Milton Keynes to Newbury

£45,000 + company van & fuel card

Here are Howells we are looking for a Reactive Supervisor to work for a leading contractor within the Social Housing Sector. As a Social Housing Reactive Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of our social housing units. You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of properties, ensuring the safety and comfort of our residents. Your key responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of maintenance technicians and contractors in responding to reactive maintenance requests.
• Inspect properties to identify repair and maintenance needs, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate the allocation of work orders, scheduling repairs, and managing the team's daily activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work, materials used, and costs incurred.
• Monitor budgets and costs, making recommendations for cost-effective solutions.
• Build positive relationships with residents and address their concerns promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective communication and coordination on housing-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide regular reports and updates to management regarding the status of maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social housing or property maintenance, with a minimum of [1] years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Knowledge of SOR codes
• Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance, repair, and renovation.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and basic computer applications.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in housing maintenance.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Making a positive impact on the lives of those in need of quality housing.