Howells Solutions Limited

Job Title: Bid Coordinator Overview: We are recruiting for a Bid Coordinator to be based near Gatley, Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary circa £35k and benefits package. The role is to work for a market leader in the Social Housing industry click apply for full job details

Electrical Qualifying Supervisor - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Based in North London, South London and Essex Salary: £48,000 + van and fuel card Full-Time, Permanent MUST HAVE 2391 AND 18TH EDITION We are working with one of the nation's leading Social Housing contractors, to recruit an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor to join their team based in North London, South London and Essex While wor click apply for full job details

Customer Liaison Officer - Social Housing Planned Works Covering Grimsby and Boston Full time, temporary (4 weeks with the possibility to extend) £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (37.5 hour week) We are working with a leading main contractor to find a successful and proactive Customer Liaison Officer to join their team delivering planned works within Social Housing properties covering the Grimsby and Boston a click apply for full job details

For this role, we are seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor / Manager to embrace a modernised role of a SHEQ coach, focusing on supporting the operational teams through mentoring, coaching, training and advising to improve SHE performance, innovation, and promotion of positive SHEQ messages. Due to the critical nature of this role, they are aiming to appoint someone immediately as soon as the first w click apply for full job details

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Commercial Administrator to join a growing team supporting social housing maintenance and refurbishment contracts. This is a fully office-based role requiring a highly organised individual with strong commercial awareness and a solid understanding of NHF Schedule of Rates (SOR). Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive commercial administrative support to the Commercial and Operations teams. Manage and maintain accurate cost records, ensuring all works are logged in line with NHF SOR. Assist with the preparation, submission, and tracking of applications, valuations, and variations. Review subcontractor and supplier documentation to ensure compliance with contract terms. Support the reconciliation of invoices and resolve any discrepancies. Maintain contract documentation and ensure audit-ready records at all times. Liaise with internal departments, contractors, and clients to ensure smooth commercial processes. Produce reports and provide data analysis as required by the commercial team. Requirements Proven experience in a Commercial Administrator role within the social housing sector. Strong working knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates (SOR) is essential. Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. What We Offer Stable, full-time position within a supportive team. Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that support local communities. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are a proactive Commercial Administrator with the required NHF SOR expertise and social housing experience, we would love to hear from you. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Trainee Retrofit Coordinator - Social Housing Repairs and Maintenance Based in Hatfield Full-Time, permanent position £30-35k depending on experience You must have your Level 5 Retrofit Coordinaor Qualification to be considered for this role. We are currently working with a leading property services business to recruit a Trainee Retrofit Coordinator to join their team in Hertfordshire click apply for full job details

Site Manager - Social Housing - Solar PV Installations and Scaffolding Grimsby based £200 - £210 day rate ONGOING WORK FOR 2 MONTHS Howells Solutions are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver Social Housing refurbishment works in Grimsby click apply for full job details

Repairs Planner / Scheduler - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Based in Welwyn Garden City Full time, permanent 27,000 - 29,000 depending on experience Are you an experienced Planner / Scheduler? If so, we may be able to help you! Here at Howells, we are working with a leading UK contractor to find an experienced and proactive Repairs Planner / Scheduler to join their team, working on repairs and maintenance within social housing. For this role, you must have experience as a Planner / Scheduler working on a Social Housing contract, either for a main contractor or RSL (Social Landlord), along with excellent time management and communication skills. You will also have experience of using a repairs and maintenance software. Planner / Scheduler Responsibilities: Managing calls Managing operatives diaries Planning repairs and maintenance requests to the relevant operative Ensure trade skill sets and location parameters are working effectively Liaising with operatives, tenants and the Client Document Control - Ensure worksheets are received and checked Work towards individual and client KPI's Deal with council and private housing contracts, planning and scheduling routine, essential and emergency property maintenance works Tracking and monitoring to completion Liaison with in-house and 3rd party engineers and tradesmen and council operatives to plan appointments, materials and logistics and reorganising of schedules Organisation of external supply companies Ensuring all trades are readied and present on-site and works completed in-line with committed client completion dates Be able to work in a fast paced demanding role with constant collaboration with key stakeholders, clients, councils, housing agents, suppliers and trades You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. If you are interested please apply online now!

Temporary Administrator - Compliance Based in Southampton Full time, temporary (around 2 - 3 months) £13.00 - £14.42 per hour (40 hour week) Are you an experienced Administrator with a strong eye for detail? Do you have experience supporting audits, compliance, or high-risk documentation in a fast-paced environment? If so, we may be able to help you! We are working with a leading contractor within the click apply for full job details

Temporary Administrator - Compliance Based in Stratford Full time, temporary (around 2 - 3 months) 13.00 - 14.42 per hour (40 hour week) Are you an experienced Administrator with a strong eye for detail? Do you have experience supporting audits, compliance, or high-risk documentation in a fast-paced environment? If so, we may be able to help you! We are working with a leading contractor within the social housing and decarbonisation sector to recruit a temporary Administrators to support an urgent audit workload. This is a compliance-critical role where accuracy and organisation are essential. Working within the social housing and retrofit environment, you will be responsible for supporting audit and compliance activity, ensuring documentation and data are accurate, complete, and submission-ready. This role will suit someone methodical, reliable, and confident working with large volumes of information. As an Administrator, you will support the team with a variety of audit and administrative duties. Essential Criteria: Strong administrative background with exposure to auditing, compliance, or data validation Excellent IT skills Essential: Intermediate/Advanced user of Microsoft Excel Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, SharePoint, and Word Strong attention to detail and accuracy Highly organised and efficient Professional and reliable approach Good communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Positive work ethic and team player Desirable (but not essential): Experience within social housing, construction, surveying, engineering, or retrofit environments Knowledge of decarbonisation programmes, SHDF, TrustMark, PAS2035, or similar frameworks Experience working on government-funded or compliance-driven projects You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!

Temporary Administrator - Compliance Based in Southampton Full time, temporary (around 2 - 3 months) 13.00 - 14.42 per hour (40 hour week) Are you an experienced Administrator with a strong eye for detail? Do you have experience supporting audits, compliance, or high-risk documentation in a fast-paced environment? If so, we may be able to help you! We are working with a leading contractor within the social housing and decarbonisation sector to recruit a temporary Administrators to support an urgent audit workload. This is a compliance-critical role where accuracy and organisation are essential. Working within the social housing and retrofit environment, you will be responsible for supporting audit and compliance activity, ensuring documentation and data are accurate, complete, and submission-ready. This role will suit someone methodical, reliable, and confident working with large volumes of information. As an Administrator, you will support the team with a variety of audit and administrative duties. Essential Criteria: Strong administrative background with exposure to auditing, compliance, or data validation Excellent IT skills Essential: Intermediate/Advanced user of Microsoft Excel Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, SharePoint, and Word Strong attention to detail and accuracy Highly organised and efficient Professional and reliable approach Good communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Positive work ethic and team player Desirable (but not essential): Experience within social housing, construction, surveying, engineering, or retrofit environments Knowledge of decarbonisation programmes, SHDF, TrustMark, PAS2035, or similar frameworks Experience working on government-funded or compliance-driven projects You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!

Electrical Qualifying Supervisor - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Based in North London, South London and Essex Salary: £48,000 + van and fuel card Full-Time, Permanent MUST HAVE 2391 AND 18TH EDITION We are working with one of the nation's leading Social Housing contractors, to recruit an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor to join their team based in North London, South London and Essex While wor click apply for full job details

Position: Bid Manager Location: Brentwood & Hybrid working available Salary: up to £80k plus package including car allowance Howells are working on an exciting Bid Manager opportunity on behalf of a family social housing refurbishment contractor that are looking to expand their work winning team click apply for full job details

Administrator - Social Housing Planned Maintenance Based in Birmingham, B31 Full time, temporary (3 - 5 months) Salary 12.50 - 15 per hour (37.5 hour week) Are you an experienced Administrator within the social housing sector? Do you have impeccable Customer Service skills along with strong admin skills? If so, we may be able to help you! We are working with a leading social housing contractor to find a successful and proactive Administrator to join their team based in Birmingham. This role is working on planned maintenance projects within the social housing sector. Working in the Social Housing sector, you will have the exciting opportunity to develop your customer service and organisational skills by tackling several different tasks at once. As an Administrator, you will support the branch with a variety of general admin duties. Essential Criteria: Excellent IT skills (both computer and tablet) Essential : Intermediate/Advanced user of Excel Professional approach Team player Good communication skills with the team, supply chains, residents and leaseholders (Both written and verbal) Strong attention to detail Organised and efficient Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word etc.) Positive work ethic Experience working within the social housing sector - ideally on planned maintenance projects At least 2 years experience working within an office-based admin role You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!

Customer Liaison Officer - Social Housing Planned Works Covering Sheffield, Rotherham and Doncaster Full time, temporary (4 weeks with the possibility to extend) 15.00 - 18.00 per hour (37.5 hour week) We are working with a leading main contractor to find a successful and proactive Customer Liaison Officer to join their team delivering planned works within Social Housing properties covering Sheffield, Rotherham and Doncaster . It will be your responsibility to develop positive relationships with residents in order to provide information and support during refurbishment, maintenance and major works programmes. You will prevent and limit dissatisfaction, resolve complaints and queries quickly and efficiently. This scheme is working closely with a public sector client so previous experience working for a main contractor on similar projects is ideal but not required as training given on the job. Key Responsibilities include: Working on planned maintenance projects Decent Homes programme experience Full clean driving licence with own vehicle Pre-entry visits and company inductions Collect tenancy agreement/approval forms Visiting tenants in their homes and advising them on when and what work is being carried out Act as the main point of contact and deal with any problems/queries that the tenant may have Contacting neighbourhood housing associations and establishing working relations with them Visiting properties that are being refurbished with potential tenants and advising them on completion dates Attending and chairing tenant forum meetings to advise tenants of works being carried out You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. Please apply online now, or call Meg on (phone number removed)!

Customer Liaison Officer - Social Housing Planned Works Covering Grimsby and Boston Full time, temporary (4 weeks with the possibility to extend) 15.00 - 18.00 per hour (37.5 hour week) We are working with a leading main contractor to find a successful and proactive Customer Liaison Officer to join their team delivering planned works within Social Housing properties covering the Grimsby and Boston areas. It will be your responsibility to develop positive relationships with residents in order to provide information and support during refurbishment, maintenance and major works programmes. You will prevent and limit dissatisfaction, resolve complaints and queries quickly and efficiently. This scheme is working closely with a public sector client so previous experience working for a main contractor on similar projects is ideal but not required as training given on the job. Key Responsibilities include: Working on planned maintenance projects Decent Homes programme experience Full clean driving licence with own vehicle Pre-entry visits and company inductions Collect tenancy agreement/approval forms Visiting tenants in their homes and advising them on when and what work is being carried out Act as the main point of contact and deal with any problems/queries that the tenant may have Contacting neighbourhood housing associations and establishing working relations with them Visiting properties that are being refurbished with potential tenants and advising them on completion dates Attending and chairing tenant forum meetings to advise tenants of works being carried out You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. Please apply online now, or call Meg on (phone number removed)!

Operations Manager - Electrical Essex Up to 70k plus company van We are working with a leading provider of electrical and compliance services to recruit an Operations Manager to join their team in Essex. Working predominantly with Social Housing and the public sector, they focus on quality, safety, and making a positive impact in the communities they serve. We're looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead operational delivery across the business. This is a senior leadership role with real influence - overseeing projects, supply chain, compliance, IT systems, and client relationships. You'll work closely with the senior leadership to drive performance, improve systems, and ensure exceptional service across every contract. Key Responsibilities: Leading operational delivery across multiple projects Managing supply chain performance and commercial oversight Driving bid decisions and supporting tender strategy Overseeing KPIs, compliance, quality, and SHEQ standards Supporting and improving IT and digital systems Managing key client relationships and identifying growth opportunities Leading, developing, and performance-managing teams Overseeing budgets and operational financial performance Experience required: Strong operational leadership experience (electrical, compliance or similar sectors preferred) Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and KPIs Confident managing clients and senior stakeholders Knowledge of ISO standards and health & safety compliance A collaborative leader who values high standards, sustainability, and customer focus Please apply online now or call Bianca on (phone number removed).

Job Title: Site Manager - Passive Fire Location: Essex (Will involve travel) Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects click apply for full job details

Job Title: Electrician (must have 18th edition and NVQ 3) Location: South Birmingham Temp to Perm 20.00 - 25.00 per hour plus van and fuel card We are working with a leading Repairs and Maintenance Contractor within the Social Housing sector to recruit an Electrician to join their team covering South of Birmingham . As an operative within the Social Housing sector, you will play a crucial role in the maintenance and improvement of properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high-quality and in compliance with H&S and relevant regulations. Your role will focus on carrying out routine property maintenance, completing multiple jobs per day, ensuring a best in class standard of customer service is provided to the residents and their homes in which you're working. Qualifications/Experience Required: Proven experience as a Multi Trader in social housing or similar environment. Must have 18th edition and NVQ level 3 CSCS card and Asbestos Awareness cert Gold card required also Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance. Experience using a PDA, good IT skills with experience using job scheduling software Willingness to undertake a DBS check - with no unspent criminal convictions Full, UK, manual driving license What's on offer: Long term, permanent opportunity Paid holiday Employer pension contributions Company van and fuel card provided (business use only) Progression opportunities on offer for supervisor and management roles, with funding and support available for additional qualifications & training Company events and charity events to get involved in If you are interested please call Julianne (phone number removed)

Assistant Finance Manager - Electrical Contractor Based in Maldon, Essex Full time, permanent £40,000 - £45,000 per annum We are working with a successful and growing electrical contractor to find a proactive Assistant Finance Manager to join their team in Maldon click apply for full job details