Area Repairs Supervisor x2
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,048 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Plymouth Community Homes |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REP-002285 |
Summary
About the role
Are you an experienced trades professional or repairs manager who thrives on variety, responsibility and delivering a first-class service? We’re looking for an Area Repairs Supervisor to take a hands-on lead in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused and value-for-money repairs service across both occupied and vacant homes.
This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll balance operational delivery with people management, inspections and problem-solving, ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working closely with colleagues across Homes & Communities and other teams, you’ll play a vital role in providing customers with a seamless, responsive repairs service they can rely on.
You’ll be part of the out-of-hours on-call rota and trusted to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions and keep services running smoothly.
What you’ll be doing
Supervising and delivering day-to-day responsive repairs and minor works
Carrying out inspections and surveys in both occupied and empty properties
Preparing schedules of work and managing planned maintenance and small improvement projects
Assessing disrepair claims and ensuring appropriate remedial action
Managing contractors and ensuring works meet quality, cost and health & safety standards
Carrying out health and safety inspections and ensuring compliance with legislation
Leading, motivating and developing a team of operatives, where applicable
You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, a recognised trade or professional qualification, and a solid understanding of building works and health & safety legislation. Just as importantly, you’ll be a confident communicator and a practical leader who takes pride in getting things right first time.
About Plymouth Community Homes
We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.
With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.
What we can offer you:
Excellent pension scheme with high employer contributions
Free, fully equipped onsite gym and changing facilities
Up to 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), with holiday trading
3 paid volunteering days each year through our Make a Difference scheme
Free Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
Free annual flu vaccination
Cycle to Work scheme
Modern devices and smartphones to support digital working
A friendly, down-to-earth workplace with dress-down Fridays, quizzes and charity events
Modern, spacious offices on a main bus route, just three miles from the city centre
Daily food van and excellent local amenities within walking distance
The chance to work in a vibrant and beautiful part of the South West
Please note: we do not accept unsolicited approaches from recruitment agencies.
To Apply
If this sounds like the next step in your repairs or trades management career, select Apply and complete our application form. Please refer clearly to the person specification, demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the role requirements.
For an informal discussion about the role, contact Andy Withey, Repairs Manager, on 01752 388196.
Shortlisting date: 12th January 2026
Interview date: 20th January 2026
This post is not suitable for job share.
If you are an apprentice, please ensure the Learning & Development team are aware of your intention to apply.
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from talented people from all communities and backgrounds.
Living and Working in Plymouth
Are you an experienced trades professional or repairs manager who thrives on variety, responsibility and delivering a first-class service? We’re looking for an Area Repairs Supervisor to take a hands-on lead in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused and value-for-money repairs service across both occupied and vacant homes.
This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You’ll balance operational delivery with people management, inspections and problem-solving, ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. Working closely with colleagues across Homes & Communities and other teams, you’ll play a vital role in providing customers with a seamless, responsive repairs service they can rely on.
You’ll be part of the out-of-hours on-call rota and trusted to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions and keep services running smoothly.
What you’ll be doing
Supervising and delivering day-to-day responsive repairs and minor works
Carrying out inspections and surveys in both occupied and empty properties
Preparing schedules of work and managing planned maintenance and small improvement projects
Assessing disrepair claims and ensuring appropriate remedial action
Managing contractors and ensuring works meet quality, cost and health & safety standards
Carrying out health and safety inspections and ensuring compliance with legislation
Leading, motivating and developing a team of operatives, where applicable
You’ll bring strong technical knowledge, a recognised trade or professional qualification, and a solid understanding of building works and health & safety legislation. Just as importantly, you’ll be a confident communicator and a practical leader who takes pride in getting things right first time.
About Plymouth Community Homes
We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.
With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.
What we can offer you:
Excellent pension scheme with high employer contributions
Free, fully equipped onsite gym and changing facilities
Up to 30 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), with holiday trading
3 paid volunteering days each year through our Make a Difference scheme
Free Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
Free annual flu vaccination
Cycle to Work scheme
Modern devices and smartphones to support digital working
A friendly, down-to-earth workplace with dress-down Fridays, quizzes and charity events
Modern, spacious offices on a main bus route, just three miles from the city centre
Daily food van and excellent local amenities within walking distance
The chance to work in a vibrant and beautiful part of the South West
Please note: we do not accept unsolicited approaches from recruitment agencies.
To Apply
If this sounds like the next step in your repairs or trades management career, select Apply and complete our application form. Please refer clearly to the person specification, demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the role requirements.
For an informal discussion about the role, contact Andy Withey, Repairs Manager, on 01752 388196.
Shortlisting date: 12th January 2026
Interview date: 20th January 2026
This post is not suitable for job share.
If you are an apprentice, please ensure the Learning & Development team are aware of your intention to apply.
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from talented people from all communities and backgrounds.
Living and Working in Plymouth
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