Maintenance Officer

MPA Recruitment; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Weekly pay

Holiday fund

Job summary

Northern Ireland Housing Executive is seeking a Maintenance Officer via MPA Recruitment in Ballymena. You will inspect properties, coordinate repairs and liaise with contractors to ensure homes meet required quality, cost and completion standards.

The role offers 37.5 hours per week at £16.90 per hour, with pension contributions, weekly pay and holiday fund, supported by the Ballymena team throughout recruitment and assignment.

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification plus relevant experience as stated.
• BTEC Higher Diploma in Building Studies or Level 4 with relevant experience.
• At least four years of relevant experience in domestic property maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties, identify repairs and authorise maintenance works.
• Check completed work and approve payments within limits.
• Address contractor performance issues and arrange corrective action.
• Inform tenants about repairs and maintenance responsibilities.
• Work with housing teams to prepare vacant properties for new tenants.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and maintenance records.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge

Record keeping

Education

Degree in Building Studies or equivalent

BTEC Higher Diploma in Building Studies or equivalent Level 4

At least four years of relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

MPA Recruitment is recruiting a Maintenance Officer on behalf of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive.

You will inspect properties, coordinate repairs and work with contractors to ensure homes are maintained to the required quality, cost and completion standards.

What We Offer

• Monday-Friday - 37.5 hours
• £16.90 per hour.
• Pension contributions.
• Weekly pay.
• Holiday fund.
• Support from our Ballymena team throughout the recruitment process and your assignment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Inspecting properties, identifying repairs and authorising maintenance works.
• Checking completed work and approving payments within agreed limits.
• Addressing contractor performance issues and arranging corrective action.
• Keeping tenants informed about repairs and their maintenance responsibilities.
• Working with housing teams to prepare vacant properties for new tenants.
• Maintaining accurate inspection reports and maintenance records.

What You Need

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• A degree in Building Studies or equivalent, plus one year of relevant experience after qualifying.
• A BTEC Higher Diploma in Building Studies or equivalent Level 4 qualification, plus two years of relevant experience after qualifying.
• At least four years of relevant experience.

Relevant experience must involve the design, improvement or maintenance of domestic properties.

Strong communication skills, practical technical knowledge and accurate record keeping are also required.

Additional Requirements

• A current driving licence or access to transport that enables you to meet the requirements of the role.
• A Basic Access NI check is required.