Repairs Supervisor (Housing)

Job Description:

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Repairs Chargehand / Supervisor to join North West Leicestershire District Council’s Home Improvement Team on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week (Mon - Fri).

Role Overview:

This position involves overseeing and carrying out component replacement works across the housing stock, including kitchens, boilers, bathrooms, rewires, roofing, doors, and windows. You will be responsible for supervising operatives on site, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard and within project deadlines.

The role requires updating trackers and reports using Microsoft Excel, liaising closely with the Asset Management Support Team, and maintaining excellent communication with tenants throughout the works process.

Main Duties:

• Supervising and supporting operatives to deliver component replacement works

• Ensuring all works comply with current regulations, manufacturer instructions, and health & safety policies

• Managing workloads effectively to meet deadlines and project timescales

• Liaising with the Asset Management Support Team to ensure efficient job scheduling

• Providing a high level of customer service in a tenant-facing environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Minimum 12 months’ experience supervising a team of operatives

• Proven trade background, ideally within social housing

• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Commitment to health and safety compliance

• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport

Mandatory Training & Certification:

Candidates must hold up-to-date certificates in the following areas:

• Working at Height

• Manual Handling

• Asbestos Awareness

• COSHH Training

• Relevant Trade Certification

If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV.