Join a proactive housing team with the opportunity for hybrid working ! As a Repairs Administrator, you'll play a key role in ensuring that housing maintenance tasks are handled with precision, while staying compliant with Awaab's Law. You'll be responsible for generating and sending letters outlining work orders and action plans, ensuring tenants are informed within the required timeframes. If you have experience in administration, a strong understanding of housing regulations, and a passion for delivering excellent customer service, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Generate letters for work orders and action plans in compliance with Awaab's Law, ensuring letters are sent to tenants within 3 days of completion
Maintain accurate records of all job-related communication, ensuring clarity and consistency in tenant-facing documents
Track job progress by liaising with operatives and contractors, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule
Ensure all maintenance requests are logged promptly and correctly, providing clear instructions for the teams
Ensure compliance with Awaab's Law when communicating with tenants, making sure all necessary details are provided within statutory timeframes
Monitor outcomes, identifying areas for follow-up actions or further improvements
Support with tenant inquiries regarding works, providing clear and accurate responses to queries
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth workflow and consistent communication throughout the process
Produce reports as needed, ensuring full transparency and accountability regarding work completion
Handle tenant complaints related to maintenance, escalating complex issues while maintaining a high level of service
Ensure all letters and other correspondence are sent within regulatory timeframes
What We'd Love to See:
Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within the housing or property sector
A solid understanding of Awaab's Law and how it impacts tenant communications and job completion
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, ensuring all correspondence is accurate and timely
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to generate professional letters and documentation
IT literate, with experience using housing management systems (e.g., Orchard, Confirm) or similar software
Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and office-based tasks effectively
Problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to managing tenant inquiries and service delivery
Ability to manage multiple tasks at once while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance
Hourly Rate: £18 - £20 per hour (via Umbrella)
Location: Ipswich, with the benefit of hybrid working-allowing you to work from home while also attending the office for team collaboration and meetings as required.
Commuting to Ipswich: Ipswich is well connected for commuting, with good road links via the A12 and A14, providing easy access to nearby areas including Stowmarket, Felixstowe, and Colchester. The town also has a central train station with frequent services to London Liverpool Street (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes), as well as other East Anglian locations. This makes Ipswich a commutable location for individuals based across the region.
We would like to talk to anyone who is: Housing Administrator, Repairs Action Plan Coordinator, Maintenance Administrator, Housing Officer, Property Administration Support.
If this role is for you then please apply or contact
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