Technical Officer

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 ..... full job details .....