We're looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to join our Construction & Refurbishment team. You'll oversee void property, building and refurbishment works across social housing and housing association contracts. You'll manage our own operatives and specialist subcontractors, and make sure every property is completed safely, on budget and to a lettable standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out pre- and post-void inspections, assess the repairs needed and write accurate work specifications
- Supervise internal multi-skilled operatives and external subcontractors across all trades, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, electrical, general building and specialist works
- Plan and allocate daily workloads, making sure teams attend the correct properties and complete works in line with specifications, schedules and resident requirements
- Oversee void, building, construction and refurbishment works, including kitchen, bathroom and wetroom installations, in both void and occupied properties
- Track void turnaround times, manage programmes and hit KPIs to minimise empty-property downtime
- Monitor works against agreed budgets, schedules of rates (SOR) and cost targets
- Carry out regular inspections and quality sign-offs so properties meet local authority and housing association lettable standards
- Resolve on-site issues promptly to keep work flowing and avoid delays to property handovers
- Enforce site safety compliance, carry out risk assessments and uphold safe working practices, including in occupied homes
- Liaise with housing officers, site management, subcontractors, tenants and incoming residents to coordinate smooth handovers
Essential Requirements & Qualifications
- SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme)
- Proven experience supervising void properties, building/construction or refurbishment works, ideally within social housing or planned maintenance programmes
- Experience managing subcontractors for specialist works
- Strong multi-trade knowledge (e.g. carpentry, plumbing or general building)
- Understanding of void standards, CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations and asbestos awareness
- Full UK driving licence
- A standard DBS check will be required
- NVQ Level 2 or above in a relevant trade
We're Excited For You To Join Our Team
If this role feels like the right fit for your skills and experience, we would welcome your application. We look forward to learning more about you and exploring how you could contribute to the team at UKGS.
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Voids Supervisor in Leicester employer: UKGS
At UKGS, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and career advancement pathways, ensuring that our Site Supervisors can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to essential social housing projects, all while enjoying competitive benefits and a strong focus on health and safety.
