Maintenance
Your Maintenance Recruitment Specialists
We have over 20 years of experience in the recruitment of trades operatives and office-based staff for some of the most reputable local authority and social housing contractors across the East of England.
Working alongside social housing companies, we are on-call 24/7 to provide flexible recruitment solutions on a temporary and permanent basis to meet your requirements. We pride ourselves on being able to arrange interviews and references for short notice cover when you most need it.
We offer our candidates roles in responsive and planned maintenance that can provide job security, consistent work and sociable hours. Our candidates benefit from a weekly pay structure, free uniforms, a work phone, as well as access to a free confidential mental health and wellbeing programme where needed.
These are just some of the many roles we recruit for:
- Domestic Plumbers
- Domestic Electricians
- Heating Engineers
- Bathroom Fitters
- Kitchen Fitters
- Plasterers
- Carpenters
- Painters
- Ceramic Tilers
- Managers and Supervisors
- Schedulers and Planners
- Resident Liaision Officer
- General Administrators
Please call:
0330 383 0920
to contact your nearest branch for more information
Latest Maintenance Jobs
Electrician
Job Title: Electrician
Job Type: Ongoing, CIS
Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £250 a day (using own van) CIS or £230 a day with a company van + fuel card
Are you an Electrician looking for work?
Our client, a large social housing contractor, is seeking a qualified Domestic Electrician to work in occupied and void properties undertaking electrical fit outs. You will be responsible for replacing accessories, fault finding, consumer unit upgrades, installing fans, smoke detectors, full and partial rewiring, and Electrical Installation Condition Reports in domestic properties.
Duties & Responsibilities of a Domestic Electrician:
- Install service and maintain electrical systems and appliances in domestic and commercial properties to a high-quality standard in accordance with the current Edition of The IET Wiring Regulations.
- Install, repair, inspect & test electrical installations and have the ability to fill in correctly, the appropriate Electrical Certificate for the task.
- Excellent customer care qualities are vital to this role. You will be expected to liaise with customers and clients daily.
- You will be expected to manage and order van stock which will be tailored to your requirements.
- Competent use of handheld PDA’s is required to receive and complete job orders.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Ensure company H&S procedures are followed
Experience, Qualifications & Skills of a Domestic Electrician:
- Previous experience within social housing
- A good basic understanding of site-based Health & Safety
- Relevant qualifications – e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, City & Guilds 2361 Part 1 & 2
- 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations
- Driving licence
- 2391 test and inspect
Please either apply online or feel free to contact our Maintenance Team – 01603 984879
Reactive Repairs Co-ordinator
Job Title – Reactive Repairs Co-ordinator
Salary – £29,725 per annum
Hours – Full time 8am-5pm Monday to Friday – Permanent position
Location – Grantham office based
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, assess and process client work orders accurately and efficiently.
- Liaise with clients and residents to clarify repair requirements and arrange appointments.
- Enter and maintain job information using Impact and standard IT systems.
- Schedule and allocate work to engineers and subcontractors.
- Monitor repairs from initial order through to completion and job closure.
- Prioritise workloads to meet deadlines, performance targets and service standards.
- Escalate issues that cannot be resolved within your level of responsibility.
- Work closely with colleagues, contractors and other departments to ensure successful outcomes.
- Provide cover and support for other Repairs Administrators and Customer Response Centre colleagues.
- Handle telephone calls, written correspondence and general administrative duties professionally.
- Participate in the Emergency Out-of-Hours Duty Coordinator rota.
- Undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Requirements
- GCSEs or equivalent, including English and Mathematics.
- Experience dealing with customers face-to-face and over the telephone.
- Experience using standard computer software and carrying out office administration.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Good organisation, accuracy and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible, adaptable and willing to learn.
Desirable
- Customer service/care qualification or training.
- A-levels or higher qualification.
- Previous experience in a dedicated customer service role.
- Experience or knowledge of property maintenance, repairs or a technical environment.
Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position Maryrisa or Holli – 01603 984879
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Carpenter Multi
Job Type: Full-time, Ongoing
Location: Wattisham
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am till 5pm
Rate: £180 per day CIS (using own van) + mileage contribution
Contract to start November
ARC are looking for a Multi Trade who has experience across a range of property maintenance tasks, including general repairs, carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating and tiling. You’ll be responsible for completing jobs to a high standard while providing a professional service to customers.
The role involves carrying out a variety of property maintenance and repair work across residential properties, including:
- Carpentry and joinery
- Basic plumbing repairs
- Painting and decorating
- Plastering and patch repairs
- Tiling and flooring
- Kitchen and bathroom repairs
- General property maintenance and making good
Face fit is a requirement
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
- Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
- In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
- Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
- Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
- On-going assignments
- Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
- Access to Free online training.
Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position Maryrisa or Holli – 01603 984879
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Site Manager
Job Title: Site Manager
Job Type: PAYE or Subcontract Available
Location: Near Holbeach
Rate of pay: £45k – £55k DOE
Are you a Site Manager looking for work?
ARC are currently looking for a Site Manager.
For this position, you must be able to do the following:
– Manage all on-site construction activities and direct daily building processes.
– Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, tradespeople, and site workers.
– Enforce safety regulations, site policies, and conduct regular compliance inspections.
– Monitor project timelines, maintain quality control, and report on progress.
This work for a Site Manager is for a social housing contractor, either on a subcontract or PAYE basis – could go permanent for the right person.
You must have previous proven experience in social housing and site management.
SMSTS is a requirement for this position.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
- Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
- In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
- Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
- Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
- On-going assignments
- Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
- Access to Free online training.
Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Repairs Scheduler
Job Title: Repairs Scheduler
Job Type: Permanent Full time 9am-5pm Monday to Friday with 30 minute break – Office based
Location: King’s Lynn
Rate of pay: Up to £28,000 per annum DOE
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established contractor specialising in social housing repairs and maintenance, who are looking to appoint an experienced Repairs Scheduler/Planner to join their growing team.
This is a busy and fast-paced role, ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment and has previous experience within social housing, maintenance or repairs coordination.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a busy repairs desk, handling both inbound and outbound calls with tenants, operatives, subcontractors and clients to ensure repairs are scheduled and completed efficiently within agreed timescales.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling a high volume of inbound calls from tenants reporting repairs and maintenance issues
- Making outbound calls to residents, operatives and subcontractors regarding appointments and job updates
- Scheduling and coordinating responsive repairs work
- Prioritising urgent and emergency repairs appropriately
- Updating internal systems with accurate job notes and progress updates
- Monitoring outstanding jobs and chasing updates where required
- Delivering excellent customer service at all times within a busy social housing environment
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven experience in a repairs planning & scheduling role
- Strong understanding of reactive maintenance environments
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
- Experience working to KPIs and deadlines
Please contact our maintenance recruitment specialists Maryrisa or Holli – 01603 984879
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Electrical Qualified Supervisor
Job Title: Electrical Qualified Supervisor
Job Type: Permanent, full time
Location: Wisbech
Rate of pay: £48,000 – £50,000 per annum DOE plus company van or car allowance
I’m recruiting on behalf of my client, an established and reputable social housing contractor, for an experienced Electrical Qualified Supervisor to join their team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified electrical professional with strong technical knowledge and experience within domestic maintenance and social housing environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring electrical works are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest standards, supporting operatives and maintaining compliance across the contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the Electrical Qualified Supervisor for the contract, ensuring compliance with current regulations and industry standards.
- Oversee electrical works across occupied and void social housing properties.
- Carry out regular quality checks, audits and inspections to ensure works meet required standards.
- Provide technical support and guidance to electricians and subcontractors.
- Review electrical certification and ensure all documentation is completed accurately.
- Ensure compliance with BS7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant health and safety legislation.
- Support with testing, inspection and fault-finding where required.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure repairs and installations are completed right first time.
- Liaise with clients, tenants and internal teams to maintain excellent service delivery.
- Assist with toolbox talks, training and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Requirements
- Fully qualified electrician – essential.
- NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Inspection & Testing qualification (2391 / 2394 & 2395 or equivalent).
- ECS Gold Card.
- Experience working as an Electrical Qualified Supervisor or in a similar compliance-focused role.
- Strong understanding of domestic electrical installations and social housing standards.
- Good knowledge of BS7671 and electrical certification requirements.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- NICEIC Qualified Supervisor experience.
- Experience working within social housing repairs and maintenance.
- Experience auditing electrical works and supporting compliance requirements.
- Asbestos Awareness.
- SSSTS/SMSTS.
Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position Maryrisa or Holli – 01603 984879 and email maryrisa.phillips@arcgroup.co.uk
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
