Tilia Homes are an ambitious, customer focused housebuilder that put people and the planet at the heart of everything we do. We're dedicated to delivering the best possible standards in design, build quality, and service for our customers.
We’re committed to making a positive difference in the local areas we build new homes. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and diverse employer of choice and build careers, not just communities. We’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals who will share this passion, to join our team.
Our benefits include :
- Car Allowance
- 4 x Life Assurance
- 26 days holiday with additional bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
We have a vacancy for a Head of Customer Service on a fixed term contract to December 2026 and based at our Northern regional office in Warrington.
This leadership post manages the Department in the delivery of excellent customer service across our new homes developments in the region.
Responsibilities and Duties :
Work with construction delivery teams to become familiar with the New Homes Developments prior to handover and leading up to Practical CompletionAgree customer strategy concerning defects, procedures, priorities and timescales, meeting contractual obligationsAssess defects raised and manage the process with sub-contractors and suppliers within contracted timescales gaining customer satisfaction and trustMonitor, track and report upon progress of outstanding defectsManage customer expectations with non-defect related issuesTrack rectification works are completed with correct quality of workmanship and timescaleMaintain regular communication with customers and ensure they are fully updated with the works being undertakenEnsure compliance with company Health and Safety proceduresPrepare and issue formal notification letters to sub-contractors, recording any failure to carry out and complete contractual obligationsIdentify improvements and efficiencies to minimise repetitive defective work issuesEnsure contractual obligations are achieved by managing programmes to achieve the timely issue of maintenance certificatesProvide monthly progress reports to the Contracts ManagersEnsure full retention recovery is received, and any costs during the period are allocated to the Supply Chain or Partner responsible for the defectTrack costs incurred vs monies recoveredManage, record and allocate any latent defects for the full contractual period (6 or 12 years)Provide feedback reports to D&B, Commercial and Operational teams on common defects, poor performance detail and poor supply chain performanceContribute to the Business Unit’s targets and objectives as defined and agreedWe're looking for the following skills and experience :
Technical knowledge of the Construction build processes and defects proceduresExcellent Customer service skillsProven record of leading and developing a teamUnderstanding of Health and Safety practices and legislationKnowledge of contracts and obligations thereinAbility to plan and manage multiple projects at a timeBringing together two trusted housebuilding brands, Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes, untypical aims to make a positive difference to the UK housebuilding market and help to provide greater access to homes which are affordable for buyers.
Guided by an innovative approach and a commitment to excellence, untypical focuses on creating sustainable, inclusive communities, delivering homes across the UK that people want to live in and are good for the planet