Metropolitan Housing Trust London changes the lives of literally thousands of people every day. One of the largest and most highly regarded social housing businesses in London, with a reputation for first class delivery and unparalleled urban regeneration, we expect a lot from our people but, in return, our rewards and career development opportunities are first class.

We are currently seeking a Technical Administrator to join our busy yet friendly team based at MHT house, Clapham Common and Alexander place, New Southgate. If you are successful in gaining this position you will be offered a full time permanent contract working 35 hours per week. Due to the nature of the position you will be required to travel frequently to other London business addresses, including those of local authorities and other business partners.

Your main purpose in this challenging yet interesting position will be to provide a tenant focused approach to the delivery and project administration support for the Planned & Cyclical Works Programmes, which meet’s resident and MHP needs.

To be successful in gaining this position it is essential that you have excellent communication and customer care skills. It is also essential that you have a basic technical knowledge of maintenance contracts and repair processes, the ability to work within a Team environment whilst providing support/cover for other colleagues and the ability to produce reports.
You will also possess an Intermediate level of computer literacy including use of Windows, Excel, E Mail & other software packages and an excellent understanding of administrative systems
Also due to the nature of the role it is also essential that you have a basic understanding of data & survey collection, together with an ability to produce simple reports & statistical information.

It would be desirable if you possessed previous working experience within Social Housing Area, a driving license and/or an understanding of Section 20 process & CLARA.

You will also need to possess an Intermediate level of IT literacy. A definition of the term ‘intermediate’ can be found in the job profile.

For a more detailed job profile please click on the Job Description/Personal Spec link below. This job profile will also help you write your supporting statement which should address all of the essential criteria as outlined on page 4.

This position represents the opportunity for a person with the right blend of technical and personal skills to join us at an extremely exciting stage of our development.

Benefits: 25 days annual leave and all statutory bank holidays pro rata to hours worked, a contributory pension scheme, Flexi Time system and other benefits.

Location: MHT House, Clapham Common and Alexander Place New Southgate
Closing date: 9th of August 2010
Salary: £25,557 Per Annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 Hours Per Week

Proposed Short listing Date: 10th of August

MHT is part of Metropolitan Housing Partnership. MHP is a green employer, celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from all communities.

To apply for this position or any other, please either complete an online application form or upload your CV and a Supporting statement addressing the key experience and qualifications section of the job profile.