Job Specification – Void Supervisor
Location: Northampton
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Property Maintenance & Refurbishment
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Void Supervisor to join an established UK property construction and maintenance business, delivering refurbishment and maintenance services across domestic and commercial properties.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing property voids, ensuring refurbishment works are completed to a high standard, within agreed timescales and in line with client requirements.
This is a hands-on supervisory role, requiring strong organisational skills, a good understanding of property maintenance and the ability to coordinate multiple trades and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing and supervising property void refurbishment works.
- Planning, scheduling and coordinating tradespeople and subcontractors.
- Ensuring all works are completed within agreed timescales and to the required quality standards.
- Carrying out regular site visits and quality inspections.
- Identifying defects and ensuring remedial works are completed appropriately.
- Managing materials, labour and site resources effectively.
- Liaising with clients, contractors and internal management teams.
- Monitoring project progress and addressing any issues that may affect delivery.
- Maintaining accurate site records, reports and project documentation.
- Ensuring all works comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
- Driving continuous improvements in workmanship, efficiency and service delivery.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience supervising property voids, refurbishment or maintenance projects.
- Strong knowledge of property maintenance and general construction processes.
- Experience coordinating tradespeople and subcontractors.
- Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks and meet project deadlines.
- Experience carrying out quality inspections and identifying defects.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Good IT skills, including experience using job management systems and reporting tools.
- A proactive, organised approach with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Full, valid UK driving licence.
- Ability to travel between local sites as required.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience within social housing or property services.
- A relevant construction or technical qualification.
- A trade background or practical construction experience.
- Experience managing multiple refurbishment projects simultaneously.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an organised and proactive supervisor with a strong background in property maintenance and refurbishment. They will be confident managing trades, coordinating workloads, maintaining quality standards and ensuring properties are brought back into use efficiently and safely.