Job Description
Location: North London
Contract Type: Temporary / Ongoing
Pay Rate: 27 per hour (umbrella/PAYE options available)
Overview
We are recruiting for an experienced Repairs Supervisor with strong Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) knowledge to support a social housing provider covering North London. This is an ongoing temporary contract, ideal for a hands-on supervisor who can manage operatives and contractors, ensure compliance with fire safety requirements, and maintain a high-quality repairs service across occupied properties.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise day-to-day delivery of responsive repairs across housing stock in North London.
Manage operatives and subcontractors, ensuring productivity, quality, and H&S compliance.
Oversee FRA remedial works, ensuring all fire risk actions are completed to standard and documented correctly.
Conduct site visits, inspections, and post-works quality checks.
Diagnose property issues and arrange appropriate repair solutions promptly.
Maintain strong resident communication, addressing queries and resolving complaints professionally.
Work closely with internal teams including planners, surveyors, and asset managers.
Manage materials, scheduling, and resources to optimise efficiency.
Keep accurate records of works and updates on housing management systems.
Requirements
Proven experience supervising repairs/maintenance in social housing.
Solid understanding of FRA remedial works and fire safety compliance.
Strong technical knowledge of building repairs, maintenance, and building pathology.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
IT-literate with good reporting and record-keeping ability.
Full UK driving licence (patch-based covering North London).
Contract Details
Ongoing temporary contract with strong potential for extension.
27 per hour, depending on payment method.
Immediate start available.
Patch-based role across North London.
Why Apply?
Opportunity to work with a respected provider with a strong pipeline of maintenance and safety works.
Role with meaningful impact, combining day-to-day repairs management and essential FRA compliance.
Competitive hourly rate and long-term prospects.
