Supervisor (Social Housing)

EA Associates; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social housing contractor in Chelmsford is seeking a Supervisor to oversee maintenance works. The role offers a salary between £40,000 and £42,000, a van and fuel card, and opportunities for career progression in a family-run business. Candidates should have prior supervisory experience in social housing and knowledge of health and safety regulations. The position is permanent or self-employed, including 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Van and fuel card

Career progression

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience within social housing maintenance.
• Experience with the Schedule of Rates (SOR).
• Strong knowledge of planned, voids and responsive maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a multi-trade workforce for maintenance and refurbishment.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize work to meet contract KPIs.
• Monitor quality of workmanship to ensure standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of Schedule of Rates

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Health & safety regulations understanding

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

Supervisor - Social Housing Works

£40,000 - £42,000 + van and fuel card

Mon - Fri, 08:00AM - 17:00PM

Covering an Essex housing association contract

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established social-housing contractor with deep expertise in responsive maintenance, void refurbishment, and planned cyclical works. This company is trusted by housing associations and local authorities across the region and prides itself on delivering high-quality, cost-effective building services.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct a multi-trade workforce, including maintenance, decorating, voids, and refurbishment teams.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritise work to meet contract KPIs, SLAs, and client expectations.
• Monitor quality of workmanship, ensuring all tasks meet company and client standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections — managing snagging, defects, and post-works sign-off.
• Liaise with clients (housing associations, local authority reps) and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication and transparency.
• Oversee health & safety compliance, ensuring safe working practices, risk assessments, and toolbox talks are carried out.
• Manage resource allocation (labour, materials, subcontractors) to optimize productivity and cost control.
• As and when required, using Schedule of Rates for pricing / costing works.

Person Specification - What We're Looking For

• Previous supervisory experience within social housing maintenance.
• Schedule of Rates (SOR) knowledge / experience.
• Strong knowledge of either planned, voids and responsive maintenance processes.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites / workstreams effectively.
• Good communication skills: able to liaise with clients, tradespeople, and management.
• Solid understanding of health & safety regulations, with experience enforcing safe site practices.
• Competency in using basic IT / digital tools (scheduling, reporting, Microsoft office).

What’s on Offer

• £40,000 - £42,000 + van and fuel card
• Permanent or self-employed role available
• Career progression within a family run business
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays