Supervisor, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Building Maintenance

Working Supervisor Social Housing

Location:

Cambridge & Surrounding Areas
Pay Rate: £22.00 £ 25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company Van & Fuel Card Supplied

Fortus recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Working Supervisor on a temp to perm basis paying £22 to £25 per hour to join a well-established social housing contractor covering Cambridge and surrounding areas. The role will focus primarily on disrepair, damp and mould projects within occupied and void residential properties.

This is a hands-on supervisory position, ideal for someone with strong trade knowledge who can lead by example while ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising operatives and subcontractors on disrepair and damp & mould works
• Carrying out hands-on duties where required
• Managing day-to-day site operations within social housing properties
• Ensuring works are completed within agreed timescales and company standards
• Conducting site inspections and quality checks
• Liaising with tenants, clients, and management teams professionally
• Ordering materials and managing site resources effectively
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
• Reporting progress updates and resolving on-site issues

Requirements:

• Previous experience working within social housing maintenance or refurbishment
• Strong background in disrepair and damp & mould works
• Experience supervising teams and managing workloads
• Good all-round trade knowledge (multi-trade background preferred)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple jobs
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £22.00 £ 25.00 per hour
• Company van and fuel card provided
• Ongoing, long-term work
• Supportive management team
• Opportunities for progression within a growing contractor

If you are an experienced Working Supervisor looking for a long-term opportunity within the social housing sector, we would like to hear from you and contact George Stacey at Fortus Recruitment.