Senior Supervisor - Repairs, Voids and Estate MaintenanceSenior Supervisor
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £43,595 to £48,053 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 November 2025 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Cheltenham Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town.
We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance.
Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team.
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering high-quality housing services? Cheltenham Borough Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Supervisor to lead our Repairs, Voids, and Estates Maintenance teams. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a tenant-focused environment where your expertise will shape the future of our housing services.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Leading and managing trade teams to deliver efficient, cost-effective repairs and void services
• Supporting recruitment, training, and development of staff to meet service priorities
• Overseeing contractor performance and ensuring compliance with council policies and legislation
• Driving service improvements through performance monitoring, inspections, and risk assessments
• Deputising for the Operations Manager and stepping in during high-demand periods
What You’ll Bring:
• 5+ years’ experience in social housing repairs/voids, with at least 2 years in a management role
• Strong background in contractor and team management
• Excellent knowledge of housing repairs IT systems (e.g., DRS, Aareon, T100)
• Financial and performance management skills with a focus on KPIs and value for money
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Exceptional communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
Desirable Extras:
• Understanding of public sector challenges
• Experience with QL housing management software
• Familiarity with mobile working and job scheduling
Why Join Us?
At Cheltenham Borough Council, we’re committed to creating safe, well-maintained homes and thriving communities. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ready to lead with purpose and drive real change? Apply now and help us shape the future of housing in Cheltenham.
We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance.
Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team.
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering high-quality housing services? Cheltenham Borough Council is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Supervisor to lead our Repairs, Voids, and Estates Maintenance teams. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a tenant-focused environment where your expertise will shape the future of our housing services.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Leading and managing trade teams to deliver efficient, cost-effective repairs and void services
• Supporting recruitment, training, and development of staff to meet service priorities
• Overseeing contractor performance and ensuring compliance with council policies and legislation
• Driving service improvements through performance monitoring, inspections, and risk assessments
• Deputising for the Operations Manager and stepping in during high-demand periods
What You’ll Bring:
• 5+ years’ experience in social housing repairs/voids, with at least 2 years in a management role
• Strong background in contractor and team management
• Excellent knowledge of housing repairs IT systems (e.g., DRS, Aareon, T100)
• Financial and performance management skills with a focus on KPIs and value for money
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Exceptional communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
Desirable Extras:
• Understanding of public sector challenges
• Experience with QL housing management software
• Familiarity with mobile working and job scheduling
Why Join Us?
At Cheltenham Borough Council, we’re committed to creating safe, well-maintained homes and thriving communities. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ready to lead with purpose and drive real change? Apply now and help us shape the future of housing in Cheltenham.
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