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Senior Planner - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Based in Kingston Full-Time, Temporary position 3-6 months Hourly Rate: 14.50- 16.30 an hour We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive and experienced Senior Planner to join their team, to be based in their office in Kingston. This is a full time, permanent role, ideal for somebody who is looking to develop their career with a market leading contractor. As the Senior Planner, you will oversee the full customer service function for the Repairs & Maintenance Contractor, including planning / scheduling, customer care, and complaint handling. You will manage a team of Planners and Call Handlers, to ensure customers are in receipt of a satisfactory level of customer service exceeding customers' expectations. Key Criteria: Previous experience in social housing repairs and maintenance Experience managing a planning function for a mobile workforce, ideally within the Social Housing / Facilities Management sector although all sector backgrounds will be considered Experience driving customer service best practice and complaint resolution Strong people management skills Advanced IT Skills including planning software Ability to lead, influence and direct a team Ability to build and nurture strong working relationships with colleagues based at other sites/offices This is an ideal role for somebody looking to further their career in the Social Housing sector, working with a market leading contractor to support the business in providing an exceptional standard of service to their customers. For more information and your chance of securing this role please apply online now or call Meg on (phone number removed)!

Senior Planner - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Based in Kingston Full-Time, Temporary position 3-6 months Hourly Rate: £14.50-£16.30 an hour We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive and experienced Senior Planner to join their team, to be based in their office in Kingston click apply for full job details

Contract Manager (Repairs Operational Environment) Location: Houghton Regis (Office Based) This is not site based 45 hours per week We are looking to appoint a high-performing experienced Operations Contract Manager to take full ownership of a reactive repairs contract . This is a fully office-based role with accountability for operational delivery, commercial performance, and client relationships, leading office teams and managing a dispersed frontline workforce. What Success Looks Like Success in this role is delivering a high-performing, well-controlled contract where KPIs, customer satisfaction, and margin are consistently achieved supported by a structured, accountable team and strong client confidence in delivery. The Role You will act as the owner of the contract, responsible for ensuring service delivery is consistently achieved in line with KPI, SLA, and commercial targets, while maintaining compliance and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of contract performance, ensuring KPIs, SLAs, and client expectations are met and exceeded Lead and manage office-based scheduling teams (planners/controllers), driving structure, discipline, and accountability Manage and drive performance of a dispersed workforce, including operatives, supervisors, and subcontractors Ensure effective resource planning and capacity management to meet demand in a fast-paced environment Take ownership of P&L performance, including cost control, forecasting, and margin delivery Manage works in line with Schedule of Rates (SOR) and commercial frameworks Ensure full compliance with health & safety, statutory obligations, and internal governance Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues, including complaints, disrepair cases, and service failures Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the main point of contact Monitor and analyse performance data, identifying risks and driving corrective action Drive a culture of continuous improvement, challenging underperformance and embedding change Ensure effective coordination between office teams, supply chain partners, and field operatives Provide clear and accurate operational and financial reporting to senior leadership About You Proven experience in a fast-paced, time-critical operational environment (essential) Experience managing a dispersed frontline workforce (essential) Experience managing a commercial contract with full P&L responsibility (essential) Strong understanding of KPI-driven service delivery environments Commercially aware, with the ability to manage cost, performance, and margin Experience leading planners/schedulers and coordinating field-based teams Knowledge of health & safety and compliance within an operational setting Confident managing client relationships and handling escalations Organised, resilient, and solutions-focused under pressure Desirable: Social housing / reactive repairs / maintenance experience Experience operating within SOR-based contracts About Gilmartins Gilmartins is a family-owned business where people are valued and performance is recognised. We promote from within and give our managers real ownership of their contracts this is not a heavily layered corporate environment. You will have the autonomy to make decisions, improve performance, and shape your team. We operate within social housing, delivering reactive repairs to housing associations and local authorities, and pride ourselves on being operationally focused, responsive, and accountable. Our head office is based at Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis a modern, well-equipped working environment supporting a high-performing team culture. What We Offer Clear progression opportunities within a growing business Salary and bonus structure appropriate to experience 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays

Customer Service Manager - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Full Time, Permanent Based in Hackney £38,000 - £42,000 per annum Here at Howells, we are working with a leading Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contractor to recruit an experienced Customer Service Manager to join their team based in Hackney. As the Customer Service Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the planning and scheduling function, overseeing a team of Schedulers and Call Handlers responsible for coordinating repairs and maintenance appointments across a mobile workforce. You will ensure operatives' diaries are effectively planned, resources are maximised, service levels are achieved, and key operational performance targets are met. This is a hands-on management role requiring strong leadership experience, excellent planning skills, and the ability to monitor and report on KPI performance. Key Responsibilities Manage, motivate and develop a team of Schedulers, Planners and Customer Service Advisors. Oversee the planning and scheduling of repairs and maintenance appointments for a large mobile workforce. Ensure operatives' diaries are fully optimised to maximise productivity and customer satisfaction. Monitor scheduling performance and produce regular KPI reports for senior management. Drive improvements in appointment management, productivity, right-first-time performance and overall service delivery. Manage escalated scheduling issues and customer complaints relating to repairs appointments. Work closely with operational management teams to ensure resources are effectively allocated and contractual targets are achieved. Essential Experience Previous experience within Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance is essential. Proven experience managing a scheduling/planning team within a repairs, maintenance, housing or facilities management environment. Experience overseeing operative diaries and workforce planning for a mobile workforce. Strong understanding of repairs scheduling and resource allocation. Experience producing and analysing KPI reports and using data to drive operational improvements. Demonstrable people management experience, including coaching, performance management and team development. Strong IT skills and experience using scheduling/planning systems. Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cusromer Service Manager looking to join a market-leading contractor and play a key role in delivering an efficient repairs service across a busy social housing contract. For more information and your chance of securing this role, please apply online today.

Job Title: Senior Supervisor - Social Housing Location: North London Salary: 50,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time About the Role We are working on behalf of a leading housing provider and maintenance contractor who is seeking a Senior Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operational delivery of social housing repairs and maintenance services across North London . This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced supervisor or manager to step into a senior role, providing leadership and operational oversight across multiple trades and teams, while ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with health and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Lead a team of operatives, contractors, and junior supervisors delivering responsive repairs and void works across a large portfolio of social housing properties. Oversee daily scheduling, workload distribution, and performance monitoring to ensure KPIs and SLAs are consistently met or exceeded. Act as the first point of contact for escalated issues relating to tenant satisfaction, service quality, and operational challenges. Work collaboratively with the contract manager, planners, and client-side stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery. Monitor health and safety compliance across all sites, conducting audits and implementing corrective actions as required. Support in the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of site-based teams. Produce regular reports on performance, compliance, and workforce productivity. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, resident satisfaction, and team accountability. Requirements Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within social housing repairs, maintenance, or a similar property services environment. Strong understanding of responsive repairs, voids, and planned works processes. Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate teams effectively. Sound knowledge of health & safety legislation (e.g., CDM, COSHH, etc.). Familiarity with housing management systems and job scheduling software. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across North London as required. What's On Offer Competitive salary of 50,000 per annum Company vehicle or car allowance Clear progression pathway into Contracts Management or Project roles Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected housing maintenance contractor with a strong pipeline of work across North London. If you're looking for the next step in your supervisory career - with real autonomy and influence - this could be the role for you.