Salary up to £29,500 per annum, depending on experience
We’re looking for two super-organised Planners who are quick-thinking, versatile, proactive, and able to work as part of a team; the kind of people who can adapt quickly to ensure employees have everything they need and that the company runs efficiently.
About the Role:
We are recruiting two Planners, one based in Hastings and one in Margate.
As a Planner with Orbit, you’ll need to be proactive, ready to tackle challenges, and respond with options or resolutions. These roles are office-based at our Hastings/Margate branches.
Please note, the building does not have a lift, so the successful applicant must be able to use stairs daily.
You will also monitor and maintain PDA (personal digital assistant) control allocation, oversee daily work volumes to ensure efficient resource use, and support employee performance levels.
Role Criteria:
* Ability to investigate, evaluate, and respond quickly
* Good IT skills, experience with MS packages
* Make effective decisions based on objective assessments
* Manage multiple processes simultaneously
* Understanding of the construction industry, including trades, materials, and safety
* Ability to load and maintain data for handheld devices
* Strong organisational skills to manage workload
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Adaptability to changing priorities to meet deadlines
All roles require entitlement to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Annual Mears Fun Day
* Volunteering Leave
* Staff perks with Mears Rewards (discounts, vouchers, share scheme)
* Family-friendly policies
All roles are subject to DBS/Security checks prior to employment.
Apply below or contact:
Lauren Bellini
We support applicants throughout the process and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a Disability Confident employer, support the Armed Forces Covenant, and promote social mobility through optional background sharing during application.
About Us
We are the people behind the smile! At Mears, we aim to make a positive impact by improving homes, communities, and lives. Our values are Customers, Innovation, Teamwork, Responsibility.
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