Works Coordinator
Reed Specialist Recruitment
Works Coordinator
- Pay: £22.25 per hour Umbrella
- Job Type: Temporary (6 months, with possible extension)
- Location: Southgate N14 - Office-based (5 days per week) - must be based close to site
Our client, a reputable housing association, is currently delivering a large-scale disrepair programme and is seeking an experienced Works Coordinator. This role would suit someone with a strong background in social housing, along with experience in planning or works coordination roles, who can manage workflows, systems, and communication effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the Contract Manager
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of ongoing works and project progress
- Raise, receipt, and track purchase orders (POs), ensuring accurate cost allocation across jobs
- Work closely with planning teams to ensure all job updates are correctly logged in DRS and Northgate systems
- Coordinate and track repairs, ensuring works are delivered within agreed timescales
- Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and clients to monitor progress and resolve queries
- Support the effective delivery of disrepair works in line with compliance and service standards
Required skills & experience:
- Proven experience working within social housing (essential)
- Previous experience in a planning, scheduling, or works coordinator role (essential)
- Strong administration and customer service background
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience working in a quality-controlled or compliance-driven environment
To apply for the Works Coordinator position, please submit your CV for consideration.
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.