Vistry Group
Customer Service Technician
Job Location
Wakefield, United Kingdom
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Customer Service Technician to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our various locations across the region whilst being based from our Wakefield office. As our Customer Service Technician, you will rectify defects reported by purchasers within the Vistry and NHBC warranty periods and continue the Company's commitment to the customer journey.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you...
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company vanUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate HealthcareCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assurance - 4 x your annual salaryShare incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits...
In return, what we would like from you...
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityEducated to GSCE / GCE standard in Maths & English, and, or,BTEC diploma in Building Construction or an NVQ Level 2 or similar, orCity & Guilds in relevant tradeValid CSCS cardDriving LicenseProven experience working for a residential house builder as an assistant site manager or materials controller or tradesDetailed understanding of NHBC customer handover requirementsGood understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel, OutlookAbility to handle complaints and difficult situationsMulti-trade skills including Carpentry and internal/external door adjustment, decorating (emulsion and oil based paints), basic tiling, able to mastic internally and externally, able to repair blown tapes, nail pops and repair cracks to plasterboard, basic understanding of plumbing (wastes / taps etc.)A general knowledge of constructionGood planning and organisations skillsProblem solving and decision-making skillsA polite, tactful, and assertive attitudePatience and calmness under pressureExcellent communications skillsGood team working skillsWilling to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
Desirable...
NVQ levels 3 & 4 in customer servicesBe working towards or completed an ONC / HND in ConstructionCompleted the Bovis Homes or other internal development programmeDemonstrable career within the construction industry or hold relevant qualifications along with experienceRelevant industry standard training (CDM, first aid, scaffold appreciation, lifting operations etc.)Good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
More about the Customer Service Technician role...
Using weekly job sheets to manage the diary and your work schedule.Return all signed job sheets to Coordinators within 3 days along with photographs.At all times carry Vistry identification when visiting customers.Complete all administration and documentation in an accurate and timely manner, including completion of job sheets for emergency call outs.Ensure that all reported defects are dealt with in a cost effective, timely and professional manner to the satisfaction of the purchaser and at the direction of the Customer Service Manager.Liaise with the purchasers as and when required.If you are running late, always contact the customer to inform them of the expected arrival time.Ensure that all materials are available at the commencement of the jobs.Ensure that any problems or incomplete work are reported to the Customer Care Co-ordinator immediately and the customer is updated.Inform the Customer Service Manager and Co-ordinator of any problems encountered or where a specialist contractor is required.When visiting a customer's property, always conduct yourself in a polite, professional and courteous manner.Always wear the correct uniform and PPE, wear shoe cover or house shoes when inside a customer's property.Take every precaution to minimise disturbance and to always protect the customers property.Carry out work in a safe manner, being particularly aware of customers and any children that may be in the home during your visit.Ensure that any substances hazardous to health are used in accordance with COSHH assessments.Study the Risk & COSHH Assessments applicable to your work and apply the control measures/safety procedures listed, if a new one is required for a specific job, then complete the required form and submit to the Customer Service Manager.Undertake weekly checks of all equipment in the works van and keep a full record.Ensure that all electrical equipment is regularly tested.Ensure that the loading of vans is within the manufacturer's safe working limits.Attend health and safety and other training courses as requested by the Company.Attend First Aid Training annually.Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them and carry out in accordance with its requirements.Report accidents or near misses immediately to your manager and record them in the accident book.Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager.Always wear appropriate protective clothing on site.Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us...
We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most.
You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry.
#LI-KM1
Benefits
Agile Working
Offers a flexible way of working.
Annual Leave
Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days.
Pension with Legal & General
Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available.
Volunteer Days
With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Regional Office Location
Why Vistry
Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
Location: Wakefield, GB
Posted Date: 9/28/2024
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you...
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company vanUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate HealthcareCompetitive contributory pension schemeLife assurance - 4 x your annual salaryShare incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits...
In return, what we would like from you...
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityEducated to GSCE / GCE standard in Maths & English, and, or,BTEC diploma in Building Construction or an NVQ Level 2 or similar, orCity & Guilds in relevant tradeValid CSCS cardDriving LicenseProven experience working for a residential house builder as an assistant site manager or materials controller or tradesDetailed understanding of NHBC customer handover requirementsGood understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel, OutlookAbility to handle complaints and difficult situationsMulti-trade skills including Carpentry and internal/external door adjustment, decorating (emulsion and oil based paints), basic tiling, able to mastic internally and externally, able to repair blown tapes, nail pops and repair cracks to plasterboard, basic understanding of plumbing (wastes / taps etc.)A general knowledge of constructionGood planning and organisations skillsProblem solving and decision-making skillsA polite, tactful, and assertive attitudePatience and calmness under pressureExcellent communications skillsGood team working skillsWilling to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
Desirable...
NVQ levels 3 & 4 in customer servicesBe working towards or completed an ONC / HND in ConstructionCompleted the Bovis Homes or other internal development programmeDemonstrable career within the construction industry or hold relevant qualifications along with experienceRelevant industry standard training (CDM, first aid, scaffold appreciation, lifting operations etc.)Good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
More about the Customer Service Technician role...
Using weekly job sheets to manage the diary and your work schedule.Return all signed job sheets to Coordinators within 3 days along with photographs.At all times carry Vistry identification when visiting customers.Complete all administration and documentation in an accurate and timely manner, including completion of job sheets for emergency call outs.Ensure that all reported defects are dealt with in a cost effective, timely and professional manner to the satisfaction of the purchaser and at the direction of the Customer Service Manager.Liaise with the purchasers as and when required.If you are running late, always contact the customer to inform them of the expected arrival time.Ensure that all materials are available at the commencement of the jobs.Ensure that any problems or incomplete work are reported to the Customer Care Co-ordinator immediately and the customer is updated.Inform the Customer Service Manager and Co-ordinator of any problems encountered or where a specialist contractor is required.When visiting a customer's property, always conduct yourself in a polite, professional and courteous manner.Always wear the correct uniform and PPE, wear shoe cover or house shoes when inside a customer's property.Take every precaution to minimise disturbance and to always protect the customers property.Carry out work in a safe manner, being particularly aware of customers and any children that may be in the home during your visit.Ensure that any substances hazardous to health are used in accordance with COSHH assessments.Study the Risk & COSHH Assessments applicable to your work and apply the control measures/safety procedures listed, if a new one is required for a specific job, then complete the required form and submit to the Customer Service Manager.Undertake weekly checks of all equipment in the works van and keep a full record.Ensure that all electrical equipment is regularly tested.Ensure that the loading of vans is within the manufacturer's safe working limits.Attend health and safety and other training courses as requested by the Company.Attend First Aid Training annually.Ensure you have read the Company's health and safety policies and procedures observe them and carry out in accordance with its requirements.Report accidents or near misses immediately to your manager and record them in the accident book.Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager.Always wear appropriate protective clothing on site.Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us...
We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most.
You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry.
#LI-KM1
Benefits
Agile Working
Offers a flexible way of working.
Annual Leave
Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days.
Pension with Legal & General
Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available.
Volunteer Days
With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Regional Office Location
Why Vistry
Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.
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Location: Wakefield, GB
Posted Date: 9/28/2024
Contact Information
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