Senior Repairs & Maintenance Supervisor - Housing

Carrington West; Kettering; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Repairs Officer to support the delivery of a responsive repairs and maintenance service across its housing portfolio.

Working within the Repairs & Maintenance Team, you will oversee day-to-day repairs operations, supervise trades operatives and contractors, carry out pre and post inspections, and ensure works are completed safely and in line with statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience within repairs, maintenance, housing, or construction services.
• Knowledge of responsive repairs, void management, and contractor supervision.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing operational teams and workloads.
• Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage responsive repairs, voids, planned maintenance, and compliance-related works.
• Supervise in-house trades teams and external contractors.
• Undertake pre and post inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare specifications, reports, and tender documentation.
• Monitor contractor performance, budgets, and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, asbestos, gas, electrical, and environmental legislation.
• Support staff management, development, and performance monitoring.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Repairs Officer to support the delivery of a responsive repairs and maintenance service across its housing portfolio.

Working within the Repairs & Maintenance Team, you will oversee day-to-day repairs operations, supervise trades operatives and contractors, carry out pre and post inspections, and ensure works are completed safely and in line with statutory requirements.