Role: Repairs Planner
Location: Slough, SL3
Hours: 8am to 5pm, full time office based
Type: Perm contract
Salary: £27k to £28k
The Planner is responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring maintenance and repair works across social housing properties. The role ensures that operatives and contractors are efficiently deployed, appointments are met, and customers receive a high standard of service.
This position plays a critical role in maintaining property standards and supporting the wider housing and repairs teams.
Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
- Plan and allocate works orders and appointments for maintenance and repair operatives.
- Manage and optimise daily schedules using job management systems.
- Monitor progress of ongoing jobs, ensuring timely completion and compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).
- Communicate effectively with residents to arrange and confirm appointments.
- Liaise with operatives, supervisors, and contractors to ensure resources and materials are available.
- Identify and respond to emergency repair needs promptly.
- Update and maintain accurate records of work orders, schedules, and tenant communications.
- Support the repairs and maintenance team with data reporting and analysis.
- Handle tenant queries and complaints in a professional and empathetic manner.
- Assist in performance monitoring and reporting for operational improvement.
Skills & Experience:
- Experience in a planning, scheduling, or coordination role, ideally in housing, construction, or maintenance.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Proficient in the use of IT systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, job management or scheduling software).
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage a high workload and respond effectively to changing priorities
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Repairs Planner in Slough employer: Build Recruitment Limited
Build Recruitment Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced professionals can thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and safety, we provide opportunities for growth within the construction sector while working on significant projects like the MOD refurbishment in Wyton. Our collaborative culture encourages open communication and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our success.
