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Here at WPS we have an exciting opportunity for a Scheduler to join our growing Responsive Maintenance team in Skelmersdale
Working on social housing maintenance and improvement programmes, you'll play a vital role in ensuring works are planned efficiently, resources are utilised effectively, and residents receive an excellent service throughout project delivery. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in scheduling, planning, logistics or workforce coordination, ideally gained within construction, property services or social housing environments.
As a key member of the operational team, you'll work closely with Site Managers, Supervisors, Operatives and Residents to ensure the smooth delivery of responsive maintenance projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate works, labour, subcontractors and materials across multiple projects.
- Manage schedules and diaries to maximise productivity and meet programme targets.
- Liaise with clients, residents and operational teams regarding appointments and updates.
- Maintain records, produce reports and support KPI and customer satisfaction targets.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Previous experience in a Scheduler, Planner, Coordinator or Logistics role.
- Strong organisational and diary management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience working to deadlines and performance targets.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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Desirable
- Experience within social housing, property services or construction.
- Knowledge of planned maintenance or refurbishment programmes.
- Experience coordinating mobile workforces, operatives or subcontractors.
- Familiarity with scheduling and workforce management systems.
- Understanding of resident-focused service delivery.
What You'll Bring
- A proactive and organised approach.
- The ability to think logically and prioritise effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A customer-first mindset.
- Strong relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
Why Join Us
At WPS we're committed to improving homes, investing in communities and delivering excellent services for our social housing partners. You'll join a supportive team with opportunities to develop your career within one of the UK's leading property services businesses.
In Return, We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve homes and communities.
- A growing business with long-term opportunities for progression.
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Interested
If you have experience in scheduling, logistics, workforce planning or coordination and are looking for your next opportunity within social housing planned works, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us keep our projects running efficiently while delivering an excellent service to our residents and clients.
Our Commitments
WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at wpsrecruitment@wates.co.uk
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