New Forest District Council is the largest housing provider in the District with over 5,200 Council dwellings made up of houses, flats, hostels and schemes providing extra care. We are looking for an exceptional Repairs Supervisor to join our team of property professionals in providing a comprehensive, responsive and cost effective front line housing repair service.
You will be responsible for the following areas:
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Implement and oversee day-to-day working and reporting procedures to ensure reactive maintenance repairs are delivered in accordance with statutory standards, within financial constraints, repair response times and key performance targets;
- Provide a quality, cost effective reactive maintenance service and proactively engage on repair related matters affecting the wider Housing Service;
- Provide leadership and undertake the day-to-day direct-line management duties of the Operational trade team;
- Engage and oversee works undertaken by contractors;
- Ensure works are undertaken in accordance with best practice and health and safety standards;
- Ensuring a customer focused, value for money and high quality Maintenance Service is delivered.
Must have excellent building knowledge, Supervisory experience as well as a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word / Excel and Outlook
A positive a can-do attitude will also be beneficial in the role.
Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
What’s in it for you?
As part of our commitment to being a supportive and people‑centred employer, we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive both in and outside of work:
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Salary £40,174 - £43,236 (up to £44,472 for exceptional performance once in post)(pay award pending)
- 27 days plus bank holidays, rising by an additional week’s leave after 5 years of continuous local authority service (days leave are given on our current Payscales)
- Hybrid working, with flexibility across our sites, and home working
- Local Government Pension Scheme, with the option of Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free 24/7 legal, financial, and personal wellbeing advice
- Employee discount scheme with savings across major supermarkets, retailers, restaurants, and leisure providers
- Cycle to Work Scheme, helping you save around 40 percent on bikes and accessories
- A values led organisation, guided by our LEAF values (Learning, Empathy, Ambition, Fairness)
- Access to learning and development opportunities to support your growth
- A supportive, inclusive culture, where everyone is welcomed and valued
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and offer a range of active staff networks, including:
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Group
About the role and the team
As one of three Repairs Supervisors responsible for leading and managing a team responsible for the day-to-day delivery of an efficient reactive maintenance service you will have a strong technical background in construction, building pathology, defect diagnosis and experience of supervising teams in the field related to social housing.
About us
At NFDC we recognise that every colleague - whether in operational, frontline, or office‑based roles - plays a vital part in delivering high‑quality services to our communities. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel valued for the work they do and the strengths they bring.
We aim to foster a culture where people feel confident to share ideas, contribute their expertise, and develop through meaningful conversations with their managers and supported learning opportunities. Whilst we have our corporate values, LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness, we understand that different teams work in different ways, and we want our values to be lived in ways that make sense locally while staying true to our shared purpose as an organisation.
We want colleagues to thrive, which is why we promote wellbeing, balance, and opportunities for learning and progression. Our values guide how we work together and how we support each other to be confident, capable, and adaptable.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
Please note: You’ll likely be aware that as part of the ongoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), the current organisation will transition into a new operating structure from 1 April 2028. It is important that applicants understand how this may affect their employment should they be successful. You will find attached a useful LGR update sheet at top of this advert.
If you’re interested
Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.
If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to delivering excellent public services, and looking for a place where you can develop and continue to grow, we would be delighted to receive your application.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Sophie Tuffin – Service Manager housing Maintenance 02380285992
Closing Date: 6th August 2026
Interview Date: 10th August 2026
