Maintenance Officer – JS/MO Coleraine
Full time Temporary @Apple Recruitment posted 6 hours ago in Construction & Property , in Public Sector & CharityJob Description
Maintenance Officer – Band 5
Location: Coleraine Office
Salary: £16.90 per hour
Hours: Full-Time
Weekly Hours: 37 hours
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
Duration: Temporary
Access NI: Basic clearance required prior to appointment
Application Deadline: 5pm on Mon 29th June 2026
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Officer (Band 5) to join a busy Housing team based in Coleraine. Reporting to the Area Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring maintenance repairs to properties are delivered to the highest standards of quality, cost-effectiveness, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Carrying out inspections of properties to authorise maintenance work in line with established schedules
- Inspecting completed maintenance works to ensure required quality standards have been achieved before authorising payment
- Monitoring contractor performance and identifying any service delivery issues requiring corrective action
- Advising tenants on maintenance policies, responsibilities, and expected timescales for repairs
- Liaising with contractors, tenants, and internal departments to ensure maintenance issues are resolved efficiently
- Supporting the re-letting process by ensuring vacated properties receive the necessary maintenance work promptly
- Maintaining accurate records and reports relating to inspections and maintenance activities
- Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, and contractual requirements
Essential Criteria
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- A Degree in Building Studies (or equivalent) and at least 1 year’s relevant experience; OR
- A BTEC Higher Diploma in Building Studies (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ relevant experience; OR
- A minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience.
Relevant experience will be considered as working on the design, improvement, or maintenance of domestic properties.
In addition, applicants should possess:
- Intermediate IT skills
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- The ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
- Experience liaising with contractors, tenants, and stakeholders
To Apply:
Please forward your CV Julie at julie.skelly@applerecruitment.com
If you require further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Apple Recruitment to discuss the role.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in the workplace.