We’re looking for an experienced Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of trade operatives. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day supervision, performance management, and service quality, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to Axis’s high standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role, with travel to multiple sites from London and the home counties. The ideal will possess strong trade knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to motivate and guide a mobile workforce delivering first-time fixes and great resident experiences.
Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise a team of operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive repairs and maintenance.
* Ensure jobs are completed on time, to specification, and within budget.
* Manage productivity, performance, and quality through regular monitoring and site visits.
* Review completed works, coding accuracy, and justification for variations.
* Liaise with planners, administrators, and client teams to maintain smooth workflow and accurate reporting.
* Ensure all works comply with Health & Safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
* Deliver toolbox talks, risk assessments, and site inspections, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
* Support with resource planning and coordination of out-of-hours service where required.
* Build strong working relationships with residents, clients and colleagues, maintaining professionalism at all times.
* Mentor apprentices and develop team capability in line with Axis standards.
About You
* Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor or Senior Operative in social housing or property maintenance.
* Working knowledge of SOR (Schedule of Rates) codes, with experience interpreting and applying coding structures for maintenance, repairs, and project-related works.
* Excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades.
* Understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS, and compliance processes.
* Experience managing teams and monitoring performance metrics.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, mobile work management systems).
* CSCS card and supervisory safety training (SSSTS / SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely preferred).
* Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
* Salary up to £45,000 depending upon experience
* Company van and fuel card for work purposes
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
* Long-service awards at key milestones
* Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing
* 1 paid volunteer day each year
* Ongoing training, support and progression, Axis promotes from within
Our Commitment
Many faces, One Axis. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed.
Apply Now
If you’re a motivated property services professional who takes pride in leading great teams, delivering quality work, and making a real difference for residents, we’d love to hear from you
Salary description
£45000.00 - £45000.00 per year