Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Technical Officer to join our Home Improvement Service. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified building professional with experience in surveying, housing adaptations, grants, and project management to support vulnerable residents and improve housing standards across the borough.

You will support the Principal Housing Improvement Officer in delivering an efficient Home Improvement Service, assessing adaptation requirements, designing solutions, and managing building works from inception through to completion.

• 19.86 per hour
• 36 Hours per Week
• 12-Month Contract
• Hybrid Working (Office / Site / Home Based)

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess adaptation requirements in line with relevant legislation and housing standards.
• Conduct property inspections and surveys relating to Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), housing renewal, and improvement works.
• Prepare detailed plans, specifications, schedules of work, and technical drawings.
• Use CAD systems to produce and amend drawings.
• Manage housing grant and loan cases from initial enquiry through to project completion.
• Liaise with clients, Occupational Therapists, contractors, and partner agencies to develop practical and cost-effective adaptation solutions.
• Administer building contracts and monitor contractors' performance and quality of workmanship.
• Undertake interim and final inspections, valuations, and certification of completed works.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and Council policies.
• Provide technical advice to residents and colleagues regarding housing improvements and adaptations.

Essential Requirements:

• HNC/HND in Building Construction, Building Surveying, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification/experience).
• Ability to use CAD drawing systems.
• Experience carrying out property inspections, surveys, and preparing technical specifications.
• Knowledge of building construction, maintenance, repairs, and adaptations.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, Building Regulations, Health & Safety requirements, and housing standards.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to travel independently throughout the borough, preferably by car.

If you have a background in building surveying, housing adaptations, technical inspections, or property improvement projects and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.