Repairs Supervisor

Job Details

• Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Van + Fuel Card
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - London
• Town/City: East London, London
• Posted: 30/03/2026
• Reference: REPAIRS SUPERVISOR_1774865595

Job Description

Repairs Supervisor - Social Housing

• Location: East London
• Salary: £45,000 + Company Van & Fuel Card
• Contract: Permanent

We are currently working with a well-established social housing provider to recruit an experienced Repairs Supervisor to join their growing property services team in East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong trade background who is looking to step into a supervisory role overseeing a varied portfolio of works including day-to-day repairs, voids, and damp & mould remediation.

The Role

As a Repairs Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality maintenance services across housing stock. You will oversee operatives and subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Supervising reactive repairs, void property refurbishments.
• Managing and resolving damp & mould cases in line with current regulations and best practice
• Conducting pre- and post-inspections to ensure quality control
• Supporting operatives with technical guidance and problem-solving on-site
• Monitoring performance and productivity of teams and subcontractors
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards and company procedures
• Liaising with tenants, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction

About You

We are looking for someone who has come from a hands-on trade background and progressed into a supervisory or team leader role within social housing or a similar environment.

You Will Have

• A recognised trade qualification (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, or general building)
• Proven experience supervising repairs, voids, and/or planned works
• Strong knowledge of damp & mould diagnosis and remediation
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines
• A full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000
• Company van and fuel card
• Permanent, secure role with a reputable organisation
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive team environment

If you are an experienced supervisor looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.