Building Maintenance Supervisor

Annual salary: up to £43,000.00 Supervisor

Location:

Croydon Full Time Permanent Salary up to £43,000 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday
- Friday)

We’re currently seeking a skilled and experienced Building Maintenance Supervisor to lead our team as part of a social housing contract in Croydon. This is a dynamic, office and field-based leadership role where you’ll oversee the delivery of void and disrepair maintenance across occupied and vacant properties. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role with a strong pipeline of work and a growing presence in the area.

You’ll play a key part in ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and ready for residents, making a real impact in the community.

• Supervise day-to-day delivery of Void and Disrepair works across vacant and occupied properties
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure resident satisfaction
• Allocate resources and operatives effectively to meet service targets and contractual obligations
• Manage work schedules and priorities to minimise disruption to residents
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, COSHH, and company procedures
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented where necessary
• Lead and support a team of subcontractors, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management
• Monitor and maintain company assets including vehicles, tools, PPE, and van stock
• Oversee material usage and procurement to ensure cost-effective operations
• Act as a key point of contact for residents, ensuring professional communication and issue resolution
• Liaise with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate service delivery
• Support contract mobilisation, compliance audits, and service improvement initiatives
• Assist with cost control, forecasting, and identifying operational efficiencies
• Provide cover for other supervisors during absence or peak periods
• Attend toolbox talks, training sessions, and formal company meetings
• Ensure all activities reflect company values and maintain a professional image at all times

• Proven track record of managing, monitoring, recording, and reporting Health & Safety and compliance activities
• Experience and knowledge in two or more trades
• City & Guilds or equivalent in a relevant trade discipline
• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH
• Working knowledge of Schedule of Rates
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective people management with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams
• Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence
• Problem-solving mindset with a results-driven approach
• Strong planning and organisational abilities
• Decisive decision-making under pressure
• Ability to negotiate and influence across teams and stakeholders
• IT literate with confident oral and written communication skills

• Company Sick Pay Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
• £3,500 annual car allowance or Company car
• 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution with People pension
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• Annual Mears Fun Day
  - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all…