Property Coordinator

salary: £36,772 – £38,084 pro-rata location: Bishop Auckland, Hybrid, Seaham

We’re on the lookout for a Property Coordinator (Voids) to join the believe housing team on a fixed term basis until March 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity if you want to make a real difference. ‘We believe in life without barriers. If you aren’t sure you meet 100% of the criteria but think you would be great in this role, don’t let that stop you; we would love to hear from you. We’re interested in your skills, knowledge and experience, as well as your personal values. We’re committed to supporting everyone here at believe housing and being an inclusive organisation.’

‘Although this role is advertised as full-time, we will consider part-time, job share and alternative working pattern proposals where possible.

about the role

In conjunction with Senior Managers and Team Leads, ensure that believe Property Repairs Team is developed as a flagship service that is great, consistent, and modern. Provide co-ordination, expertise, and guidance on a range of property repairs and scoping of empty properties to deliver a high-quality service whilst balancing cost, quality, and risk.

The successful candidate will:

  • Coordinate and provide technical building expertise and advice across the Voids team to maintain the quality of the organisation’s housing portfolio.
  • Undertake surveys of the organisation’s housing stock including analysing the condition of existing buildings in respect to building defects and structural issues and recommend the most effective remedial actions whilst optimising performance, cost, and risk.
  • Scope repair works in empty properties within the parameter of current policies and procedures including the believe housing lettable standard.
  • Work collaboratively with Asset Teams to ensure the sustainability of housing stock is at the forefront of decision making and sharing information on stock condition reports and planned investment works to ensure a one hit approach.
  • Achieve a consistent balance between finance, resource, quality, and timescales for work to be delivered.
  • Prioritise workload to achieve realistic targets, costs, and time deadlines.
  • Prepare and request detailed reports where needed to provide guidance to Property Repairs Senior Managers and Team Leaders to make informed decisions.
  • To deliver the requirements of the Rechargeable Repairs Policy and accompanying procedures in respect of major/ complex works and accurately pricing repairs using Schedule of Rates. Property.
  • A full UK driving licence is essential.

For more information, please read the full job description

what’s on offer?

Our people are our greatest asset which is why we value you, encourage you, look after you, and empower you.

As well as a competitive salary of £36,772 – £38,084 per annum pro rata, some of our top benefits and rewards include:

From our annual leave entitlement (up to 33 days, plus four volunteering days per year) and competitive pension scheme, to our flexible ‘working the believe way’ patterns that put your wellbeing front and centre, there’s really a lot on offer.

Our culture is second to none. We put our customers at the heart of everything we do, and developing our colleagues to support them is key to our success. So we’re committed to your growth, encouraging you to progress and enhance your skills in a rewarding career.

apply now

If you believe that you demonstrate our values and can bring something special to this role, then apply now. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

If you wish to find out more about this opportunity contact Stephen Dixon Voids Manager at stephen.dixon@believehousing.co.uk

  • Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Sunday, 27 April 2025
  • All applicants must go through our website.
  • Interview date to be confirmed.

interested?

If you believe that you demonstrate our values and can bring something special to this role, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.

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