Void Supervisor

Regen Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance contractor is seeking a Void Supervisor to oversee property refurbishment works in West London. The role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining quality in refurbishments. Candidates should have experience in social housing and a technical background in building maintenance, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising void property refurbishment and repairs.
• Technical knowledge in relevant trades like carpentry or plumbing.
• Clean UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee void property refurbishment from inspection to handover.
• Supervise trades operatives and subcontractors to ensure quality.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Experience supervising voids, repairs, or property refurbishment

Technical background in building maintenance or trade

Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates and void specifications

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Competent user of housing/repairs systems and mobile technology

Ability to manage contractors and enforce performance standards

Full clean UK driving licence

Education

SSSTS or SMSTS

Asbestos Awareness (UKATA)

Trade qualification (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)

First Aid at Work

Basic DBS check

Job description

Job Title: Void Supervisor

Sector: Social Housing / Property Services

Company: Tier 1 Maintenance Contractor

Location: West London

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Overview

The Void Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all void property refurbishment works from inspection to handover. The role ensures properties are turned around efficiently, safely, and to a high-quality standard in line with KPIs, budget controls, and regulatory requirements. The postholder manages operatives and subcontractors, conducts quality checks, resolves onsite issues, and ensures compliance with health and safety legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Void Management

• Conduct pre-void and post-void inspections, identifying required works and raising job orders.
• Create detailed scope of works in line with organisational void standards.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate void works to ensure efficient turnaround times.
• Monitor progress against KPIs, including cost, time, and quality.

Team Leadership

• Supervise trades operatives and subcontractors carrying out void repairs and refurbishments.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and on-site problem-solving.
• Monitor performance and ensure high standards of workmanship.

Quality Control

• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure work meets specification, quality benchmarks, and compliance standards.
• Identify defects, arrange remedial works, and sign off completed properties.
• Ensure properties meet void standards before handover to lettings teams.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all works comply with H&S legislation, CDM, asbestos awareness, and company policies.
• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Address and elevate any safety concerns immediately.

• Liaise with tenants where needed (e.g., decant or sensitive cases).
• Provide regular updates to management on progress, risks, and resource requirements.
• Manage labour, materials, and subcontractor costs within approved budgets.
• Approve work variations within delegated authority.
• Identify opportunities to reduce void costs and improve efficiency.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience supervising voids, repairs, or property refurbishment (social housing preferred).
• Technical background in building maintenance or trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing).
• Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR) and void specifications.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, including risk assessments.
• Competent user of housing/repairs systems and mobile technology.
• Ability to manage contractors and enforce performance standards.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• SSSTS or SMSTS
• Asbestos Awareness (UKATA)
• Trade qualification (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent)
• First Aid at Work
• Basic DBS check and Full UK Drivers Licence