Independent Living Maintenance Officer 

Luton or Cambridge or Bury St Edmonds or St Albans 

£24,150 per annum plus £2000 car allowance 

Permanent 

Full Time (37 hours per week) 

Are you passionate about maintaining high quality standards and ensuring customer satisfaction? We are looking for a dedicated Independent Living Maintenance Officer, who will play a crucial role in delivering a seamless repairs and maintenance service. From handling minor repairs to conducting health and safety checks, your work will ensure that our schemes are safe, comfortable, and compliant for our communities. The role is for someone who is looking to be part of a team that truly makes a positive impact on the lives of customers. 

What you will be doing: 

• Carrying out efficient minor repairs, ensuring a high standard is maintained across all sites. 

• Conducting regular site inspections will be part of your role, identifying and addressing maintenance needs while involving residents. 

• Tracking and escalating repairs using digital systems to meet deadlines. 

• Managing contractor visits, maintaining clear communication to minimise disruptions. 

• Leading meetings, manage a cleaning team, and provide support to colleagues when needed. 

• Working closely with management to keep working practices up to date. 

We’d love to meet someone with: 

• Strong communication skills and the ability to solve problems quickly. 

• You should be organized, proactive, and capable of handling multiple tasks effectively. 

• Leadership experience and the ability to motivate teams to uphold high standards are important. 

• Knowledge in property maintenance or health and safety is preferred. 

• Comfortable with using digital tools to track and escalate repair issues is essential. 

Amongst what we offer you is: 

• A competitive salary of £38,426.20 per annum plus car allowance 

• 28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays 

• A generous contributory pension scheme 

• Private health care 

• Free life assurance 

• Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym 

• Opportunities for learning and development 

• Discounted gym membership 

• Retail discount scheme 

• Hybrid Working 

Please note the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS application. 

Closing date: 29th October 2024 

Interview date: To be confirmed