Scheduler

Axis Europe; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in housing seeks a highly organised Scheduler to plan and coordinate fire compartmentation works. The ideal candidate will have experience in scheduling within property services or construction, with a strong focus on compliance and operational efficiency. This role involves managing multiple work streams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining high standards of communication with both operatives and clients. Competitive benefits include generous holiday allowance and various employee perks.

Benefits

25+ Bank holidays

Long service awards

Volunteer day

Perkbox benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling or coordination within maintenance or construction.
• Strong understanding of scheduling logistics and operative qualifications.
• Knowledge of fire safety regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule fire compartmentation works based on qualifications and availability.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines and standards.
• Communicate with residents to confirm appointments.

Skills

Scheduling

Coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

IT skills

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Scheduler to join AxisCLC, focused on delivering fire compartmentation works across social housing properties. This role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating daily workloads for operatives, ensuring work is allocated based on location, skill set, and availability.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and allocate fire compartmentation works to operatives based on trade specialism, qualifications, location, and availability.
• Ensure all scheduled works are delivered within agreed timeframes, regulatory deadlines, and client expectations.
• Use scheduling and job management software to manage workflows, monitor performance, and make real‑time adjustments to resource planning.
• Coordinate with administrators and the Contracts Manager to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of appointments, operative availability, and project progress.
• Communicate with residents to confirm appointments and minimise disruption during works.
• Monitor daily progress and reschedule jobs promptly in response to changes such as absenteeism, job overruns, or access issues.
• Manage multiple planned workstreams and contracts simultaneously, adapting to varying requirements and priorities.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and documentation standards for all scheduled works.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Contracts Manager on operative performance, outstanding work, and potential risks to delivery.
• Identify and implement improvements to scheduling processes to increase productivity and service efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling or coordination within planned maintenance, property services, or construction – ideally related to fire safety or compliance works.
• Strong understanding of operative skill sets, qualifications (e.g. FIRAS or equivalent), and location‑based scheduling logistics.
• Excellent IT skills with experience using scheduling software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Organised and methodical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a high volume of tasks and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of fire safety regulations, compartmentation requirements, and compliance standards is highly desirable.
• Experience working in social housing or a highly regulated environment is advantageous.

Benefits

• Annual holiday; 25 + Bank holidays
• Long service awards: continuous service at key achievements are rewarded
• Perkbox; from free coffees and cinema tickets to trips away and much more
• Volunteer day; paid yearly volunteer days for a worthy cause

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long‑term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion: Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.