Repairs Planner

Repairs Planner (Temporary - 3 Month Contract)

Location: Kingston Upon Thames

Rate: Up to £20 per hour

Contract: Temporary (3 Months)

Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the construction, property services and social housing sectors.

We are currently working with a well-established contractor who is looking to recruit an experienced Repairs Maintenance Planner to join their busy team based in Kingston Upon Thames on a 3-month temporary contract.

This is a fast-paced and varied role, ideal for someone with experience in repairs and maintenance planning, scheduling or administration. You will be responsible for coordinating appointments, scheduling operatives and contractors, liaising with residents and supporting the successful delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance works.

Key Responsibilities

• Scheduling repair appointments and managing resident diaries.
• Planning and coordinating operatives' and subcontractors' workloads.
• Liaising with residents, operatives, supervisors and subcontractors regarding appointments and work updates.
• Raising, updating and closing jobs on internal systems.
• Monitoring outstanding repairs and ensuring jobs are completed within agreed service level agreements.
• Handling incoming calls and emails from residents, clients and contractors.
• Supporting supervisors and contract managers with administrative duties.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Assisting the wider administration team with day-to-day office duties.
• Delivering excellent customer service and resolving scheduling queries efficiently.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a Repairs Planner, Scheduler, Maintenance Coordinator or Administrator.
• Experience within social housing, property services or construction is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and scheduling systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Customer-focused with a professional telephone manner.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

If you are interested in this role, please reach to Taylor Johnston. 

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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