Voids Supervisor – Patch Lead for Housing Refurbishments

WATES; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or allowance

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

WATES is seeking a proactive Voids Supervisor in Birmingham to own a designated patch, overseeing void refurbishment and turnaround works across the housing stock. You will manage inspections, scoping, and handovers while driving productivity, quality and health & safety compliance.

The role requires hands-on trade knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple properties with KPI targets and budgets. DBS & pre-employment checks apply; driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• SSSTS certification required.
• Strong hands-on trade background across carpentry/plastering/plumbing or general building.
• Proven experience supervising voids or refurbishment programmes in social housing or similar.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a designated Birmingham patch and deliver void refurbishments on time and to quality standards.
• Oversee end-to-end voids process from inspection to handover.
• Supervise operatives and subcontractors to drive productivity and quality.
• Conduct pre- and post-void inspections and prepare accurate specifications.
• Ensure lettable standards and client requirements are met and documented.

Skills

SSSTS

Multi-trade knowledge

Trade background

Driving licence

Stakeholder management

Education

NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade

Job description

WATES is seeking a proactive Voids Supervisor in Birmingham to own a designated patch, overseeing void refurbishment and turnaround works across the housing stock. You will manage inspections, scoping, and handovers while driving productivity, quality and health & safety compliance.

The role requires hands-on trade knowledge, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple properties with KPI targets and budgets. DBS & pre-employment checks apply; driving licence is essential.