At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
More about your role
Our Works Planners are responsible for the effective planning of our internal teams and external contractors to ensure our planned, responsive, gas and void repairs are carried out in timely and efficient manner.
You will contribute towards performance targets and ensure all systems are up to date. You will also be a key point of contact for our teams and clients.
For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.
More about you
Applicants should have experience working in a high-paced administration role alongside excellent telephone and I.T. skills. Good communication skills and customer service experience would be beneficial, however full training will be provided.
Whilst not essential, experience working in a works planning or scheduling team would be beneficial.
We would really love to see applicants with a positive attitude that share our values. Any successful applicants will be joining an innovative team where we value your ideas, opinions on better ways of working and enhancing our service.
Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
- Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
- Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
- Excellent holiday package - up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
- Overtime as and when required
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year
- A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
- Training and development
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.
What's next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.
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