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Mears Group

Publicly traded UK housing maintenance contractor

Void and Disrepair Supervisor

Building & Property MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCroydon, UK£43k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proven track record of managing, monitoring, recording, and reporting health and safety and compliance activities.
  • Experience and knowledge in two or more trades, or City & Guilds or equivalent in a core trade discipline.
  • Experience within the social housing sector or working with the local authority.
  • Full, valid UK driving licence.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety regulations, including COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
  • Working knowledge of Schedule of Rates.
  • Effective people management, with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams.
  • Strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a results-driven approach.
  • Strong planning and organisational abilities.
  • Decisive decision-making under pressure.
  • Ability to negotiate and influence across teams and stakeholders.
  • IT literate, with confident oral and written communication skills.
  • To drive a company vehicle, candidates must be over 21, have held their licence for over three months, and have fewer than nine penalty points.
  • All roles require candidates to have entitlement to work within the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
  • Roles are subject to relevant background, identity, and security checks before employment begins.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise day-to-day delivery of void and disrepair works across vacant and occupied properties.
  • Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure resident satisfaction.
  • Allocate resources and subcontractors effectively to meet service targets and contractual obligations.
  • Manage work schedules and priorities to minimise disruption to residents.
  • Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations, COSHH, and company procedures.
  • Carry out quality inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented where necessary.
  • Lead and support a team of subcontractors, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
  • Monitor and maintain company assets, including vehicles, tools, personal protective equipment, and van stock.
  • Oversee material usage and procurement to ensure cost-effective operations.
  • Act as a key point of contact for residents, ensuring professional communication and issue resolution.
  • Liaise with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate service delivery.
  • Support contract mobilisation, compliance audits, and service improvement initiatives.
  • Assist with cost control, forecasting, and identifying operational efficiencies.
  • Provide cover for other supervisors during absence or peak periods.
  • Attend toolbox talks, training sessions, and formal company meetings.
  • Ensure all activities reflect company values and maintain a professional image.

About the Company

Mears Group

Publicly traded UK housing maintenance contractor

Mears Group provides outsourced property maintenance, repairs, and facilities services to social housing, housing associations, and public-sector clients in the UK. It coordinates multi-discipline maintenance programs, including repairs, compliance, and planned works, delivered through a mix of directly employed staff and subcontractors under long-term contracts. The company differentiates itself through decades of growth, a track record in housing maintenance, and access to public capital from being AIM-listed and later on the main London market, enabling expansion. Its goal is to be a leading, reliable provider of outsourced property maintenance and facilities services for public sector housing clients in the UK.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
United Kingdom
Founded
1988

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