Repairs administrator / Scheduler

Location: NorthamptonContract: 6 monthsMain PurposeThe Repair Scheduler will primarily be responsible for the technical administration of the backlog of repairs within the housing maintenance team.This will range from, but not be limited to cancelling jobs and re-raising orders for external contractors, updating spreadsheets, asset tables and internal systems. Dealing with tenant enquires. The role will require excellent attention to detail and initiative, as you need to go through records and files and re-raise orders/ re-allocate where appropriate. One of the key functions of this role is to ensure the backlog of repair jobs are brought up to date on the system.Key SkillsGood literacy skills and attention to detailGood excel skills - Regular use of Lookups and Pivot TablesProcess awareness - can follow and implement processCan interact well with various groups and stakeholdersGood communication skillsProblem-solving using initiative when dealing with complex queriesManaging workload and prioritisation of tasksCarrying our instruction from Team Leader Personal ProfileCan work both independently and as part of a teamGood attention to detail to ensure that errors are kept to a minimum and any issues are identified and addressed satisfactorilyPunctual - on time and present themselves professionally and lead by exampleCurious and proactive in looking for issues to identify opportunities for improvementLooks for solutions to problemsFlexible and adaptive to support requests as requiredA positive working attitude where issues and concerns are escalated to Line Management with the aim of maintaining a happy working environment for everybodyRespectful of other team members within the officeWhat you'll get in returnThis role is based 5 days a week in the office in Northampton, so you need to be able to travel daily. Weekly pay and a 6-month contract that could be extended.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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