Supervisor, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Location:

Luton

Role:
Supervisor

Salary: £45,000 + Company Van

Company:
Tier 1 Maintenance Contractor.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced, site-based Repairs Supervisor to oversee our planned maintenance and upgrade programmes across Luton. In this permanent role, you will be responsible for managing subcontractors delivering high-quality kitchen and bathroom upgrades, boiler replacements, central heating installs, and window replacements.

Key Responsibilities

Subcontractor Management:
Coordinate, monitor, and manage supply chain subcontractors across multiple trades, ensuring work is delivered to specification.
On-Site Supervision:
Conduct daily site visits across the Luton area to monitor progress, quality of work and adherence to schedules.
Work streams Covered:
Oversee the delivery of:
Kitchen and Bathroom upgrades.
Boiler replacements and full Central Heating upgrades.
Window and door replacements.
Health & Safety:
Enforce strict health and safety compliance on-site, ensuring RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) are followed.
Quality Assurance:
Sign off completed works, manage snags, and ensure high levels of tenant/resident satisfaction.
Progress Reporting:
Act as the primary link between the site teams and the contract manager, providing regular updates on progress and potential bottlenecks.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience:

Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor, Site Supervisor, or Assistant Site Manager within social housing, residential, or public sector planned maintenance.
Trade Knowledge:
Strong technical understanding of domestic plumbing/heating, carpentry, and window installations.
Management

Skills:

Confident in managing external subcontractors, handling disputes, and keeping programs on track.

Certifications:

Valid UK Driving Licence (Essential).
SSSTS or SMSTS (Highly Desirable).
CSCS Card (Desirable)