Maintenance Officer

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

If you require further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Apple Recruitment to discuss the role.

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