Repairs Supervisor - Carpentry

  • Think Recruitment
  • 29/05/2026
Seasonal Construction Management Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Experienced and professional Repairs Supervisor specialising in Carpentry required to work with a leading and highly reputable London based Local Authority.

My client required and experienced Repairs Supervisor who specialises in Carpentry to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details.

Location: North London

Pay: 30 per hour - to be agreed (Paid weekly via umbrella)

Hours: 37 Hours

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 3 months (rolling contract and possibility to become perm)

Repairs Supervisor (Carpentry)

  • The Supervisor's role is to lead the team of high performing repairs operatives to deliver high standards of work quality and efficient use of materials.
  • Supervisors are responsible for the line management and performance management of front-line operatives. Holding regular 1-1s and toolbox talks.
  • To deputise for the repairs manager and assist in the operational management of the works under their control.
  • To provide support and technical guidance for a team of Multi trade operatives to maximise the productivity and resident satisfaction for the resident.
  • To undertake a range of complex diagnostics and co-ordinating multi-trade repair projects for repairs affecting multiple properties such as major leaks, demonstrating proficient level skills and experience across a range of trades; Carpentry, Plumbing, Decorating, Plastering and Tiling (wall and floor), in addition to a qualified home trade.
  • Using this wide range of skillsets to resolve arising issues during repair and maintenance work, referring only complex or extensive work to the relevant trade specialist.
  • Undertake inspection activities as directed by a Repairs Management and when required by management to assist in emergency call outs (for example as a result of bad weather, vandalism, fire etc.) Work should be undertaken using innovative and output focused solutions, assessing risk and benefits to establish solutions.
  • To promote and deliver a customer centred service that is responsive to internal and external customer needs, and places resident and key stakeholder's involvement at the heart of the service.

Requirements

  • Must have a full UK driving License
  • Must have reactive repairs experience within social housing environment
  • Must have past experience managing a team
  • Must have past experience in carpentry

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