Repairs Planner

e&c construction ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Barking is seeking a Works Planner to support the repairs team in delivering property care services. The ideal candidate will possess planning experience in construction repairs and excellent organizational skills, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. This full-time role includes a supportive work culture, a modern office, and benefits like 28 days paid holiday. Join to make a significant impact on the team's success and personal career growth.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working environment

Professional and personal development training

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience of having worked in an office environment.
• Experience working to set target time scales and deadlines.
• Understanding of budgeting in relation to repair service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support the delivery of the group’s responsive repairs services.
• Allocate resources efficiently for engineers and technicians.
• Ensure electronic scheduling is up to date and appointments are kept.

Skills

Pro-active planning

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Ability to handle complaints

Job description

About us

E & C Construction Ltd is a small business in Barking. We are professional, fast‑paced, autonomous and our goal is to grow our family‑run business into something special and bring in diverse people who can be a part of it and make a real difference.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Growth opportunities
• Lively atmosphere
• Safe work environment
• On‑the‑job training
• Casual smart dress work attire

We have an exciting opportunity for a Works Planner to join our team, the role will require working in our main office in East London, Barking.

#ATTENTION#

ONLY PLANNERS WITH REAL EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD PLUS CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE WILL BE REVIEWED

This is a full-time permanent post.

In this role you will be working supporting the wider repairs team function, ensuring coverage across the whole of the E&C Construction's geographic region, and the effective use and distribution of all resources.

What you’ll be doing

The role of a Works Planner is responsible for planning and supporting the delivery of the group’s responsive repairs property care services so you must have a head for problem solving, be organised and have the ability to multitask. The ability to work under pressure and work with minimum supervision are also qualities we are looking for.

You will have to ensure that we have the correct resources allocated to each area and that the engineers/technicians work is planned in the most efficient and effective way including allocating necessary materials.

You will be part of a team who ensure that our electronic scheduling system is kept up to date ensuring that all made appointments made with our customers are kept.

What we ask of you

• Experience of having worked in an office environment
• Experience of pro‑active planning
• Experience of working with complaints
• Experience in supporting the delivery of a front line service
• Experience of working to set target time scales and deadlines
• The ability to organise your own workload with minimal supervision

The ideal candidate will have previous planning experience in construction repairs and maintenance and be able to show the understanding of budgeting in relation to the delivery of a repair service.

A great place to work…Together!

If you are interested in joining us, with the chance to put your own stamp on something new and exciting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Our great set of benefits includes:

• 28 days paid holiday including bank holidays
• A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies
• Comfortable and modern offices
• Wide range of technical, professional, and personal development training opportunities

We recognise that we are all different and our diversity is a strength. To further build our organisation, we continually seek different voices and ensure all applicants receive fair treatment, regardless of their personal characteristics, background or circumstances. Your difference makes us stronger and better.

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• Casual smart dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On‑site parking

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute / relocate

• Barking: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience

• Maintenance in UK: 4 years (preferred)
• Reactive repairs in UK: 4 years (preferred)