Voids Maintenance Officer

Carbon 60; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public housing service in Greater London seeks a Void Maintenance Officer to ensure properties are ready for new tenants. The role involves implementing repairs, managing utility queries, and upholding safety standards. Applicants should have proven maintenance experience and GCSEs in English and Maths. Join a team committed to community improvement and professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Training and development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in maintenance repairs and property readiness.
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of HHSRS and property safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure void properties are safe, secure, and ready.
• Perform lock changes and install key safes.
• Conduct tenancy-ready checks and minor repairs.
• Support surveyors with technical advice and inspections.

Skills

Maintenance repairs

Knowledge of utility meters

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Void Maintenance Officer

Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Directorate: Housing and Social Investment
Service: Housing Management
Grade: E

Are you a skilled maintenance professional with a passion for delivering high-quality housing services? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts the lives of residents? If so, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• As a Void Maintenance Officer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our void properties are safe, secure, and ready for new tenants.
• Performing lock changes and installing key safes within tight KPIs.
• Resolving utility meter queries and clearing debts to enable void works.
• Conducting tenancy-ready checks and minor repairs.
• Supporting surveyors and contractors with technical advice and inspections.
• Ensuring properties meet safety and quality standards before handover.

Your work will help us deliver efficient housing services and improve the experience for new tenants moving into their homes.

What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in maintenance repairs and property readiness.
• Strong knowledge of utility meters, including smart and prepayment types.
• Excellent communication and IT skills, with attention to detail.
• A collaborative attitude and ability to manage a varied workload.
• A commitment to our values: Putting Communities First, Respect, Integrity, and Working Together.

Qualifications & Requirements

• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of HHSRS and property safety standards.

Why Join Us?

At RBKC, we're committed to putting communities first. You'll be part of a supportive team that values respect, integrity, and collaboration. We offer opportunities for growth, training, and making a real difference in people’s lives.

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