Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing

Example Recruitment Group; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van provided

Fuel card

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Referral bonus up to £2,000

Volunteering day annually

Excellent training and progression

Employee discount and perks platform

Long service awards

Job summary

Example Recruitment Group in London is seeking an experienced Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of multi-trade operatives delivering responsive repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in East London.

You will ensure safety, quality and first-time completion, while mentoring apprentices and coordinating resources. The role offers a competitive package, van and fuel card, and clear progression opportunities within a respected contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience as Repairs Supervisor or similar in social housing or property services.
• Strong knowledge of responsive repairs and maintenance.
• Experience leading mobile workforces and driving performance.
• Understand health and safety regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Managing and motivating a team of multi-trade operatives
• Monitoring productivity, quality, and performance
• Carrying out site inspections and quality audits
• Ensuring repairs are completed right first time
• Supporting resource planning and work scheduling
• Managing health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site standards
• Building strong relationships with residents, clients, and internal teams
• Mentoring apprentices and developing team capability

Skills

Team leadership

Health & safety compliance

CSCS Card

Driving licence

IT literacy with mobile systems

People management

Tools

Mobile workforce software

Job description

Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing

Stamford Hill / East London | Up to £45,000 + Van & Fuel Card | Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance

Lead. Inspire. Deliver.

Are you an experienced Repairs Supervisor looking for your next challenge with a well-established and growing property services contractor?

We're seeking a proactive and people-focused Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of skilled operatives delivering responsive repairs and maintenance within social housing properties across East London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation where quality, customer service, and career progression are genuinely valued.

If you're passionate about delivering first-class repairs, managing high-performing teams, and making a real difference to residents, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Repairs Supervisor, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day management of operatives and subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and motivating a team of multi-trade operatives
• Monitoring productivity, quality, and performance
• Carrying out site inspections and quality audits
• Ensuring repairs are completed right first time
• Supporting resource planning and work scheduling
• Managing health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site standards
• Building strong relationships with residents, clients, and internal teams
• Mentoring apprentices and developing team capability

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Repairs Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, or Senior Tradesperson within social housing
• Strong technical knowledge across responsive repairs and maintenance
• Experience leading mobile workforces and driving performance
• Understanding of Health & Safety regulations and compliance processes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• IT literate with experience using mobile workforce systems
• CSCS Card
• SSSTS, SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely desirable
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's On Offer?

• Up to £45,000 salary depending on experience
• Company van & fuel card
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Referral bonus scheme up to £2,000
• Additional earning potential through out-of-hours work
• Long service awards
• Employee discount and perks platform
• Paid volunteering day annually
• Excellent training, development and genuine career progression opportunities

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation in the social housing sector, offering long-term stability, supportive leadership, and real opportunities to progress your career.

You'll play a key role in delivering essential maintenance services that improve homes, support communities, and make a genuine difference to residents every day.