Housing Repairs Officer

We are transforming our services at Woking and are recruiting for several new exciting and challenging roles in our Housing Assets Team. We are seeking motivated and flexible candidates who can achieve high standards to support the delivery of front-line services and to improve our homes whilst ensuring we are able to meet the requirements of the regulatory standards.

Working within the Repairs section of the Housing Assets Team you will have a high level of involvement in managing the day-to-day aspects of our Repairs Contract and will be dealing with a variety of enquires from our residents and contractors.

You will be actively engaged with our main Repairs Contractor, Mountjoy Ltd who are collocated with us in the Civic offices.

This role will require excellent communication, orgnisational and time management skills as you will be on highly influential in delivering the very best service possible for our residents.   

The successful applicant will be required to obtain a Basic Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Council will offer assistance and further details will be in the job application pack.

The Council offers in return 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays a generous flexi time scheme with the ability to take two flexi days a month, membership of the local government pension scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Statement

Surrey is included in the Local Government Reorganisation plans, with new unitary councils expected to be established by April 2027.

Woking Borough Council remains committed to delivering high-quality services to residents throughout this period of change.

While we understand that applicants may feel uncertain about joining us during this transition, it is anticipated that most employees will transfer to the new unitary councils. This reorganisation may also present new career development opportunities across the region.

UK Visa Sponsorship

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

AI Use in Applications

We understand that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with preparing their applications.

All submitted information—whether supported by AI or not—must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience, and qualifications.

Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.

For an informal discussion please contact Pauline Graham, Housing Repairs Manager on 01483743289.

Closing Date:   7 December 2025 - 23:55pm

Interview Date: TBC