Repairs Team Leader

We are recruiting a Repairs Team Leader to join a respected social housing group in Northampton, leading the delivery of responsive repairs across the housing stock. As a Repairs Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of operatives, with a particular focus on fencing and paving repairs, ensuring high-quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and efficient delivery of day-to-day maintenance services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation offering career development, a supportive working environment, and the chance to make a real impact within social housing.

What’s on offer:

Salary: £36,000 - £41,000 per annum, depending on experience
Full-time permanent position
Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays
Excellent pension scheme
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes
Supportive and collaborative working environmentRepairs Team Leader key responsibilities include:

Leading and supervising a team of repairs operatives, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
Managing day-to-day responsive repairs, with a strong focus on fencing and paving works across the housing stock
Planning workloads, allocating jobs, and monitoring productivity to ensure service targets are achieved
Carrying out quality inspections and ensuring all completed works meet required standards
Supporting, coaching, and developing team members through regular performance management
Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, company policies, and industry best practice
Liaising with residents, contractors, and internal departments to provide an excellent customer experience
Monitoring materials, resources, and costs to ensure works are delivered efficiently and within budget
Assisting in resolving complaints and identifying opportunities to improve service deliveryThe successful Repairs Team Leader will have:

Previous experience leading a repairs or maintenance team within social housing, property maintenance, or a similar environment
Strong practical knowledge of fencing, paving, and external repairs
Experience supervising and motivating a team to deliver excellent results
Good understanding of health and safety legislation and compliance requirements
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
The ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
A full UK driving licenceIf you're a Repairs Team Leader looking to join a respected social housing group where you can lead a skilled team, deliver high-quality repairs, and develop your career within a supportive organisation, this could be the perfect role for you.

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