Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing & Reactive Repairs

18 Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Repairs Supervisor in Greater London to lead a team in social housing and reactive repairs. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge across multiple trades and a proven track record in property maintenance. Responsibilities include ensuring timely job completion and promoting a strong Health & Safety culture. Apply today to advance your career in this hands-on leadership role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Repairs Supervisor or Senior Operative in property maintenance.
• Experience managing teams and monitoring performance metrics.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of operatives delivering responsive repairs.
• Ensure jobs are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture through regular site inspections.

Skills

Experience in social housing repairs

Strong understanding of Health & Safety

Excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades

Strong organisational skills

IT proficiency

Confident communicator

Job description

Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing & Reactive Repairs

We're looking for an experienced Repairs Supervisor with a strong background in social housing and reactive repairs to lead a team of trade operatives. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll ensure repairs are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and supervising a team of operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive repairs and maintenance.
• Ensuring jobs are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Driving productivity, performance, and quality through regular monitoring and site visits.
• Reviewing completed works, coding accuracy, and managing variations.
• Liaising with planners, administrators, and internal teams to keep workflows smooth and reporting accurate.
• Promoting a strong Health & Safety culture through toolbox talks, risk assessments, and site inspections.
• Supporting resource planning, including coordination of out‑of‑hours services.
• Building strong relationships with residents and colleagues, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Mentoring apprentices and developing team capability.

What we're looking for

• Essential: Experience in social housing repairs and reactive maintenance.
• Proven track record as a Repairs Supervisor or Senior Operative in property maintenance.
• Excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS, and compliance processes.
• Experience managing teams and monitoring performance metrics.
• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, mobile work management systems).
• CSCS card and supervisory safety training (SSSTS / SMSTS preferred).
• Full UK driving licence.

If you've got the social housing and reactive repair experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career.