Scheduler

Axis Europe Plc; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the UK is seeking a highly organized Scheduler to deliver fire compartmentation works across social housing properties. The Scheduler will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating tasks for operatives while ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in scheduling or coordination within property services or construction, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

25 annual holiday days plus Bank holidays

Long service awards

Perkbox benefits

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling or coordination in maintenance or construction.
• Strong understanding of operative skill sets and scheduling logistics.
• Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and allocate fire compartmentation works to operatives.
• Ensure all scheduled works are delivered within agreed timeframes.
• Use scheduling software to manage workflows and monitor performance.

Skills

Scheduling

Coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

IT Skills

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Axis CLC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe in equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven Scheduler to join AxisCLC, focused on delivering fire compartmentation works across social housing properties. This role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating daily workloads for operatives, ensuring work is allocated based on location, skill set, and availability.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and allocate fire compartmentation works to operatives based on trade specialism, qualifications, location, and availability.
• Ensure all scheduled works are delivered within agreed timeframes, regulatory deadlines, and client expectations.
• Use scheduling and job management software to manage workflows, monitor performance, and make real-time adjustments to resource planning.
• Coordinate with administrators and the Contracts Manager to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of appointments, operative availability, and project progress.
• Communicate with residents to confirm appointments and minimise disruption during works.
• Monitor daily progress and reschedule jobs promptly in response to changes such as absenteeism, job overruns, or access issues.
• Manage multiple planned workstreams and contracts simultaneously, adapting to varying requirements and priorities.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and documentation standards for all scheduled works.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Contracts Manager on operative performance, outstanding work, and potential risks to delivery.
• Identify and implement improvements to scheduling processes to increase productivity and service efficiency.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in scheduling or coordination within planned maintenance, property services, or construction – ideally related to fire safety or compliance works.
• Strong understanding of operative skill sets, qualifications (e.g. FIRAS or equivalent), and location-based scheduling logistics.
• Excellent IT skills with experience using scheduling software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Organised and methodical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to prioritise and manage a high volume of tasks and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of fire safety regulations, compartmentation requirements, and compliance standards is highly desirable.
• Experience working in social housing or a highly regulated environment is advantageous.

If this opportunity interests you we would love to hear from you, what are you waiting for!

What we offer:

• Annual holiday; 25 + Bank holidays
• Long service awards: continuous service at key achievements are rewarded
• Perkbox; from free coffees and cinema tickets to trips away and much more
• Volunteer day; paid yearly volunteer days for a worthy cause

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.