Senior Lead Operative Voids
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Job Summary
Permanent Full Time
At Fairhive were committed to providing quality homes and creating thriving communities. Were now looking for an experienced and people-focused Senior Lead Operative - Voids to join our Voids Operations team and play a key role in delivering high-quality homes for our residents.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong operational experience and a passion for leading teams. Youll be responsible for driving performance maintaining high standards of workmanship and ensuring properties are ready for new residents as efficiently and safely as possible.
The Role
As Senior Lead Operative youll provide day-to-day leadership to a team of operatives delivering void property repairs and refurbishment works. Youll lead by example supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes while promoting a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.
Working closely with managers inspectors and planners youll coordinate workloads monitor productivity and quality and ensure resources are deployed effectively to meet service priorities. Youll act as the first point of contact for your team providing practical guidance coaching and support while helping to resolve operational challenges on site.
Youll also play an important role in developing team capability identifying training needs supporting wellbeing and performance conversations and helping to create an engaged and motivated workforce.
Through regular inspections and quality checks youll ensure works are completed to the highest standards while delivering an excellent customer experience for residents.
This is a hands-on leadership role where youll contribute to service improvements support operational briefings and deputise when required to ensure the continued delivery of an effective voids service.
About You
Were looking for a confident and proactive leader with experience supervising operational teams within a repairs maintenance housing or construction environment.
Youll have strong people management skills and be comfortable motivating others managing performance and supporting team development. Youll be organised solutions-focused and able to build positive relationships with colleagues contractors and residents alike.
Most importantly youll share our commitment to delivering excellent services and making a positive difference to the communities we serve.
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About us
At Fairhive Homes were driven by a simple yet powerful vision: Homes for Living Communities for Life This isnt just what we do; its what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association were dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do.
We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say This is my home.
We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing and were here to make that vision a reality.
The benefits
In this role youll have the opportunity to develop your career in an empowering environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
At Fairhive we invest in your wellbeing. You can join our Health Cash plan which enables you to claim money back against a wide range of services and treatments.
We believe that flexibility fosters a more productive and enjoyable working environment. Therefore depending on the role requirements we offer flexible working conditions that help you balance your work and life!
Youll be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a tangible difference in the community allowing you to feel fulfilled in your work every day.
Our commitment to you
Were focused on creating a workplace that celebrates inclusivity and diversity. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their true selves to work contributing their unique perspectives and talents. We recognise that our differences are what make us stronger and are committed to having our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your unique experiences and insights are exactly what were looking for.
We are really proud of our initiatives to become an employer of choice whether its coming along to one of our Menopause Cafés becoming one of our Neurodiversity Champions or joining one of our inclusion lunches and learn sessions. Plus our supportive team culture and active social committee mean youll always have a strong network of people around you!
Take a look at our LinkedIn profile to learn more about what our colleagues have been talking about or championing this year.
Ready to Apply
We understand that not every candidate will tick every box on our list. If your experience looks a bit different from what were looking for but you believe you can bring something valuable to the role we still want to hear from you!
If youre ready to take the next step in your career and work in an environment that values your contributions please apply we cant wait to meet you!
The closing date for applications will be 26/10/2026 23:59 but we might close it early if we find the right person before this date.
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Senior IC
