Job Description

Annual salary: up to 38,325.00
Supervisor
Eastbourne
38,325 per Annum plus company van and fuel card
Full time - Permanent - 42.5hrs per week
"A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was 30 years ago when we were a small maintenance contractor with a single van; and it still is now we are a truly national company".
About the role:
As a Void Supervisor working in partnership with Lewes District Council (Homes First), your role involves managing all aspects of void property works. You will be liaising with client surveyors to assess properties through site visits and discussions, determining the scope of required works. Following this, you compile a detailed schedule of works using the Maintenance and Construction Management (MCM) system, covering everything from minor repairs to full refurbishments.
Working to tight turn arounds times you will oversee the works from start to completion, coordinating directly with operatives and subcontractors to ensure high standards and targets are met. Regular inspections are carried out to monitor progress and quality, culminating in a joint final inspection with the client to resolve any outstanding issues before handover.
Once approved, you complete the invoicing process, ensuring accurate cost recording. You are also responsible for regular vehicle checks to ensure compliance and safety. Health and safety are a key focus, with routine site visits to ensure all operatives work safely and in line with regulations. Using Workday, you manage operatives, allocating tasks and resolving issues to maintain workflow efficiency.
This structured approach ensures quality, safety, and compliance from initial survey through to final invoicing.
Key Criteria:

• Extensive experience in a relevant trade.
• Experience working with and managing subcontractors.
• Experience of managing a team of directly employed operatives.
• UK full driving licence

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.
Benefits we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more
• Family friendly policies

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Francesca Swan (francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk)
If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

Skills Required