Supervisor Disrepairs

Finsbury Park; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in the City of London is looking for a Disrepair Supervisor to oversee disrepair cases within social housing. The role involves managing a team, conducting inspections, and ensuring high-quality work. Applicants should have substantial experience in reactive repairs, a strong technical background, and exceptional leadership skills. This temp-to-perm position offers a competitive rate of £27 per hour along with benefits, including a company van and potential for long-term career stability.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Company van and fuel card

Temp-to-perm role

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a supervisor in reactive repairs or maintenance.
• Strong background in managing housing disrepair cases.
• Solid technical understanding and relevant trade background (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, plastering).
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of multi-trade operatives.
• Conduct pre-inspections and oversee active disrepair cases.
• Liaise with tenants, surveyors, and legal teams.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

We're looking for an experienced and dedicated Disrepair Supervisor to lead our team in the Croydon area. This is a crucial role focused on managing and overseeing complex disrepair cases within a social housing portfolio.

This is an excellent temp‑to‑perm opportunity for a hands‑on supervisor to secure a long‑term position with a stable and reputable contractor. We need someone with proven expertise who can hit the ground running and ensure all work is completed to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, motivate, and manage a team of multi‑trade operatives to deliver efficient and high‑quality disrepair works.
• Conduct pre‑inspections to diagnose disrepair issues and scope the necessary work.
• Oversee all active disrepair cases, ensuring work is carried out to specifications and within agreed‑upon timescales.
• Conduct post‑inspections to ensure a high‑quality finish and resident satisfaction.
• Liaise directly with tenants, surveyors, and legal teams to provide updates and resolve any concerns.
• Ensure all works comply with current housing legislation and health and safety regulations.
• Provide regular reports on project progress, costs, and team performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a supervisor in a reactive repairs or maintenance setting.
• A strong background in managing housing disrepair cases is a must.
• A solid technical understanding and a relevant trade background (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, plastering).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• A full UK driving license.

Benefits

• A competitive rate of £27 per hour.
• A company van and fuel card to carry out your duties.
• A secure temp‑to‑perm role with the potential for long‑term career stability.

If you have the experience and drive to excel in this specialised role, we want to hear from you. Apply now for an immediate start.