Details:
- Salary: £42,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: E15 Stratford Greater London
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported.
We’re looking for an experienced Repairs Supervisor to lead a team of trade operatives with a focus on Damp and Mould cases. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day supervision, performance management, and service quality, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to Axis’s high standards.
The Repairs Supervisor role is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone with strong trade knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to motivate and guide a mobile workforce delivering first-time fixes and great resident experiences.
Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise a team of operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive damp and mould repairs
* Monitor damp and mould cases through to completion, maintaining clear records, updates, and audit trails in line with compliance requirements.
* Ensure all damp and mould works are raised, prioritised, and completed within agreed SLAs, with a strong focus on resident safety and wellbeing.
* Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, guidance, and best practice, including the Social Housing (Regulation) requirements and Awaab’s Law principles.
* Manage productivity, performance, and quality through regular monitoring and site visits.
* Review completed works, coding accuracy, and justification for variations.
* Liaise with planners, administrators, and client teams to maintain smooth workflow and accurate reporting.
* Deliver toolbox talks, risk assessments, and site inspections, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
* Support with resource planning and coordination of out-of-hours service where required.
* Build strong working relationships with residents, clients and colleagues, maintaining professionalism at all times.
* Mentor apprentices and develop team capability in line with Axis standards.
About You
* Proven experience as a Repairs Supervisor or Senior Operative in social housing or property maintenance with a bias / specialism with damp and mould
* Excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades.
* Understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS, and compliance processes.
* Experience managing teams and monitoring performance metrics.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, mobile work management systems).
* CSCS card and supervisory safety training (SSSTS / SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely preferred).
* Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
* Salary up to £45,000 depending upon experience
* Company van and fuel card for work purposes
* £50 Per Call Out / On Rota
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
* An opportunity for OOH work
* Long-service awards at key milestones
* Perkbox – discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing
* 1 paid volunteer day each year
* Ongoing training, support and progression, Axis promotes from within
Our Commitment
Many faces, One Axis. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion across all teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made where needed.
Apply Now
If you’re a motivated property services professional who takes pride in leading great teams, delivering quality work, and making a real difference for residents, we’d love to hear from you