Works Administrator Derry/Londonderry | Full-Time | Permanent
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Join a well-established construction and facilities management business with a strong public sector track record
- Full training provided and ongoing development supported
- Be part of a close-knit operational team delivering essential services across Northern Ireland
- Clear progression pathway within a growing organisation
About the Company
Our client is a well-established construction and facilities management company specialising in social housing and public sector maintenance contracts across Northern Ireland. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance and service delivery, this is a business that invests in its people and offers real long-term career opportunities.
The Role
This is a key operational role sitting at the heart of a busy maintenance contracts team. You will be responsible for allocating work orders to trade operatives, liaising with clients, ensuring all documentation is accurate and in order, and working closely with supervisors and the commercial team to make sure works are correctly recorded and processed for payment. Full training will be provided and there is genuine scope to develop within the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Allocate work orders and maintenance jobs to relevant trade team members
- Liaise with clients and assign works on the job management system
- Ensure all relevant documentation is present and accurate for client review
- Provide accurate information to support the payment process
- Work closely with operatives, supervisors and the commercial team to verify works descriptions match activities carried out on site
- Participate in an after-hours call handling rota
What You'll Need
Essential:
- Good understanding of construction and building maintenance activities
- Strong numerical skills with high attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems
- Excellent communication skills — comfortable liaising with both operational and commercial teams
- Organised, able to manage multiple priorities and committed to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have:
- Previous experience in social housing maintenance
- Experience working with Schedule of Rates — M3NHF or similar housing maintenance schedules
- Ability to read and interpret technical notes and specifications
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Full training provided with ongoing development supported
- Work as part of a close-knit, supportive team
- Variety and responsibility from day one
- Well-established business with long-term stability and clear progression
How to Apply
Interested? Reach out to Emma Groves directly at emma@ochopeople.com, or submit your CV via the link below.
