https://jobs.co.uk/job/repairs-controller-ex-trade-person-gilmartins--4abac353-2a65-4b8b-9ad4-8e80faed5ab0 RSS feed for Repairs Controller - Ex Trade Person at Gilmartins. en-gb Wed, 27 May 2026 00:10:15 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/repairs-controller-ex-trade-person-gilmartins--4abac353-2a65-4b8b-9ad4-8e80faed5ab0 https://jobs.co.uk/job/repairs-controller-ex-trade-person-gilmartins--4abac353-2a65-4b8b-9ad4-8e80faed5ab0 Mon, 25 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Houghton Regis | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent | Are you a tradesperson working in reactive domestic repairs who’s ready to come off the tools — but still use your trade knowledge every day? We’re looking for a Repairs Controller to coordinate and support a team of operatives delivering reactive repairs in occupied homes . This is a fully office-based role where your understanding of day-to-day repairs, access issues, and right-first-time working is just as important as strong admin and IT skills. You’ll be the main point of contact for a team of trade operatives (plumbers, electricians, carpenters, plasterers), helping jobs stay on track, resolving issues as they arise, and reducing repeat visits. The Role The purpose of the role is to keep reactive repairs moving efficiently from first visit through to completion. You’ll support operatives in real time, deal with issues as they occur, keep systems accurate and up to date, and ensure residents and clients are kept informed. This role suits someone who understands the pressures of reactive repairs — last-minute changes, access problems, parts shortages, and resident expectations — and can manage these effectively from an office environment. Key Responsibilities ... Permanent