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Finsbury Park, Islington, Greater London, EC1P, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-22
Listing for:
Skilled Careers
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-09-22
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Manager/ Foreman
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Supervisor – Social Housing
Repairs Supervisor | Maintenance Supervisor | Responsive Maintenance Foreman | Works Supervisor
Job Title:
Maintenance Supervisor / Responsive Repairs Supervisor (Social Housing)
Location:
Finsbury Park (Covering North & Central London patch)
Pay Rate: £27.00 per hour (Temp to Perm)
Package:
Company Van & Fuel Card Provided
Contract Type:
Temp to Perm (Initial agency trial period transitioning onto permanent staff)
Hours:
Full-Time, Monday to Friday (Standard Business Hours)
Are you an experienced Repairs Supervisor, Maintenance Foreman, or Works Supervisor with a strong background overseeing responsive repairs in social housing Looking for a high-paying role based out of Finsbury Park with a clear route onto the permanent headcount
We are urgently recruiting a Field Supervisor / Maintenance Inspector to join a leading social housing contractor. Operating out of a central base in Finsbury Park, you will take operational ownership of a fast-paced responsive repairs contract across North and Central London.
Paying £27.00 per hour, this role offers top-tier contract pay alongside a company van and fuel card provided from Day One.
Why Apply for This Role
Competitive Rate:
Premium pay at £27.00 per hour on a weekly pay cycle.
Full Company Vehicle:
Company van and fuel card supplied from your start date.
Temp to Perm Pathway:
Immediate agency placement with a seamless route to a permanent staff contract.
Central
Location:
Operational base in Finsbury Park covering a well-defined North/Central London patch.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and supervise direct multi-trade operatives and sub-contractors delivering day-to-day responsive maintenance.
Field Inspections & Quality Control:
Conduct thorough pre- and post-inspections of active and completed jobs to ensure high workmanship standards, safety, and client specifications.
KPI & Service Delivery:
Work closely with the planning and scheduling desk to drive first-time fix rates, eliminate turnaround delays, and hit contract performance targets.
Resident & Client Liaison:
Act as an on-site point of contact for local authority/housing association clients, handling localized tenant escalations professionally.
Health & Safety Enforcer:
Enforce RAMS, run regular toolbox talks, and ensure full site safety compliance across mobile work streams.
Requirements:
Sector Background:
Proven track record as a Repairs Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Works Supervisor, or Trades Foreman within social housing or local authority frameworks.
Technical Expertise:
Strong trade background with comprehensive diagnostic fault-finding skills across all domestic maintenance disciplines.
Certifications:
CSCS Card required; SSSTS, SMSTS, IOSH, or Asbestos Awareness are highly desirable.
IT Capability:
Comfortable using handheld PDA technology, job scheduling software, and MS Office.
Full UK Driving Licence:
Essential for operating the company fleet vehicle.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Property Services Supervisor / Maintenance Inspector ready for your next step in Finsbury Park, click APPLY NOW with your updated CV for an immediate review.
Additional Information / Benefits
Paying CIS or PAYE
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