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
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.
Multi trade
Job Title: Multi Trade
Job Type: Temporary on going works
Location: Grantham, Lincoln, Melton and surrounding areas
Rate of pay: CIS £180 per day using own van – mileage paid 20p after 25 miles
Due to securing a new contract in the Grantham area, ARC is looking for reliable and hardworking Multi Traders to join our client who specialises in social housing.
The Role:
You’ll be carrying out a variety of property maintenance tasks across residential and commercial properties, including:
- General repairs and maintenance
- Basic plumbing and carpentry
- Painting and decorating
- Patch plastering
- General handyman duties
- Ensuring work is completed to a high standard with excellent customer service
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in property maintenance or a similar trade
- Multi-skilled with a good all-round knowledge of building maintenance
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, professional and customer-focused
- Own tools preferred
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 Maintenance Recruitment specialists Maryrisa or Holli if you are available for this position – 01603 984879 or 07951232912
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Commercial Site Manager
Job Title: Commercial Site Manager
Job Type: Permanant full time
Location: London
Rate of pay:£45,000 per annum plus company van and fuel card
Our client, a well-established family-run maintenance contractor based in the South East, is looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Site Manager to oversee commercial maintenance and refurbishment projects across London and the South East. The work is primarily for a major pub chain, delivering planned and reactive repairs, refurbishments, and fit-out projects across multiple sites.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Site Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is experienced in managing projects from inception through to completion while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple commercial maintenance and refurbishment projects across London and the South East.
- Oversee site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site operatives.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures.
- Carry out regular site inspections and quality checks.
- Liaise with clients, Contracts Managers, and other stakeholders to provide project updates.
- Order and manage materials, plant, and labour requirements.
- Maintain accurate site documentation, including daily reports and health & safety records.
- Identify and resolve site issues quickly to minimise delays.
- Ensure a high standard of workmanship and customer service on every project.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Site Manager within commercial maintenance, refurbishment, or fit-out.
- Strong organisational and leadership skills.
- Experience managing subcontractors and multiple live projects.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Good understanding of current health and safety legislation.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- SMSTS qualification.
- CSCS Card.
- First Aid at Work certificate.
Contact ARC Recruitment Maintenance specialists Holli or Maryrisa 01603 984879
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
Carpenter
Job Title: Multi Trade – Carpenter
Job Type: Full Time, permanent position
Location: Wisbech
Rate of pay: £34,000 per annum and company van
ARC is looking for reliable and skilled Multi-Trade Carpenter to join our client, a well-established contractor specialising in social housing maintenance and repairs.
The Role:
You’ll be carrying out a range of maintenance and repair works within occupied and void properties, including:
1st and 2nd fix carpentry
Hanging doors, fitting locks, skirting boards and kitchen repairs
Basic plumbing
Patch plastering
Painting and decorating
General property maintenance and multi-trade repairs
Delivering high-quality workmanship with excellent customer service
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience as a Carpenter within property maintenance, repairs or social housing
Strong carpentry skills with the ability to carry out additional multi-trade works
Experience working in occupied properties is desirable
Full UK driving licence
Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
Professional, reliable and customer-focused
Own tools preferred
Please contact our Maintenance Recruitment specialists Maryrisa or Holli if you are available for this position – 01603 984879 or 07951232912
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.
Multi Trade
Job Title: Multi Trade
Job Type: Contract, Long term
Location: Ipswich areas
Rate of pay: CIS £180 per day
Due to securing a new contract in the Ipswich area, ARC are looking for reliable and hardworking Multi Traders to join our client who specialise in social housing.
The Role:
You’ll be carrying out a variety of property maintenance tasks across residential and commercial properties, including:
- General repairs and maintenance
- Basic plumbing and carpentry
- Painting and decorating
- Patch plastering
- General handyman duties
- Ensuring work is completed to a high standard with excellent customer service
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience in property maintenance or a similar trade
- Multi-skilled with a good all-round knowledge of building maintenance
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, professional and customer-focused
- Own tools preferred
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 Maintenance Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position – 01603 984879
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people.
