Job Title: Property Assistant - Band 4 (General Industrial)
Location: Depot, Darlington (DL1 4QB)
Pay Rate: £13.05 per hour
Job Type: Temporary (12-month contract)
Start Date: 30 March 2026
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 (37 hours per week)
About the Role
Darlington Borough Council is looking to recruit a Property Assistant to support the Public Building Repairs Service. This role involves coordinating maintenance and repair appointments, providing administrative support, and ensuring a high-quality service is delivered to both internal and external customers.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating maintenance and repair appointments for public buildings
Process and manage high volumes of repair requests, including raising and booking jobs
Oversee repair requests to ensure timely completion
Accurately record and report timesheet data for finance reconciliation
Investigate and resolve outstanding job tickets using internal ICT systems
Handle enquiries from suppliers and internal stakeholders, aiming to resolve at first point of contact
Support purchasing processes and maintain accurate records
Ensure excellent customer service is delivered, reducing repeat enquiries
Key Skills & Experience
Previous administrative experience, ideally within property, maintenance, or local authority environments
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
Good attention to detail, particularly with data entry and reporting
Experience using IT systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines