Adur Homes Project Officer

Adur & Worthing Councils; Worthing; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlement

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee resource groups/networks

Buddy Support Programme

Flexible working options

Job summary

Adur & Worthing Councils is seeking a technically adept Project Officer to lead building services across our housing stock in Worthing. You will drive major repairs from feasibility to sign-off, supervise contractors, and ensure high workmanship standards while communicating clearly with residents.

The role requires an HNC/HND or equivalent, with a BSc in Building Surveying desirable, and a valid driving licence for travel across the district.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in building or construction-related discipline or equivalent practical experience.
• BSc in Building Surveying is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major repairs, void works, damp and mould remediation.
• Conduct diagnostic inspections and prepare technical specifications.
• Supervise contractors and on-site resources, ensuring value and quality.

Skills

Building surveying

Contract management

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND in building/construction

BSc Building Surveying (desirable)

Job description

Job Category: Housing & Homelessness Prevention

Starting from £38,510 to £43,149 per annum Grade 6 Hours 37 hours per week Place of work 27th October 2026 Interviews TBC

At Adur & Worthing Councils, we are embarking on a vital transformation journey. Following a comprehensive redesign of Adur Homes, we are transforming our housing operations to support our 2,500 residents. Our mission is to build a compliant, highly competent workforce that ensures every tenant lives in a safe, secure, and well‑maintained home.

With a formal regulatory inspection on the horizon within this financial year, we are investing in our frontline technical team. We are looking for a driven, technically adept Project Officer to lead the delivery of essential building services. If you have excellent diagnostic skills, a passion for high workmanship standards, and a commitment to putting our residents first, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Role

Supporting the Operational Delivery Manager, you will act as a key technical resource providing high-quality building services across our housing stock. You will take personal ownership of a wide range of property improvement and repair projects from initial feasibility and specification writing right through to site supervision and final sign‑off.

This is a proactive, surveying and site management role where you will:

Deliver a varied portfolio of major repairs, void property works, disrepair claim resolutions, and critical damp and mould remedial schemes.

Conduct thorough diagnostic inspections to determine building defects, prepare precise technical specifications, and raise accurate works orders.

Directly oversee external contractors and internal resources on‑site, auditing workmanship, performance, and materials to ensure best value and exceptional quality.

Guarantee strict adherence to the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules, financial regulations, CDM Regulations (2015), and Asbestos Policies.

Work closely with our residents, communicating complex technical plans and schedules clearly to non-technical audiences, and addressing their needs with sensitivity and professionalism.

About You

We need highly motivated, adaptable professionals who combine technical building

expertise with a customer-focused approach. To excel in this role, you must bring:

An HNC/HND level qualification in a building or construction-related discipline, or equivalent substantial practical construction/surveying experience. A BSc in Building Surveying (or working towards it) is highly desirable.

Comprehensive professional, technical, and practical experience working as a building/maintenance surveyor or project officer. You must have a proven track record of managing contractors and delivering major repairs or damp and mould remediation works from inception to completion.

Excellent diagnostic skills in relation to building defects, dampness investigations, and compiling recommendations under HHSRS guidelines.

A solid understanding of building regulations, codes of practice, CDM Regulations (2015), the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, and Section 20 consultation processes.

Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively within a team and build solution-focused, empathetic relationships with our residents.

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use to travel across the Adur and Worthing Districts, alongside a willingness to participate in our operational duty rotas.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to apply your technical skills where they matter most. We offer a supportive and adaptive environment driven by values of kindness and compassion. Through our Blended Working Policy, you will benefit from the flexibility to effectively manage your projects and site visits alongside your personal life.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Basic DBS check clearance.

Equity, inclusion and accessibility

At Adur & Worthing Councils we welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and have the best possible chance of success.

If you have a disability, are a veteran, is a care leaver under 25 at the time of application, or is on The Connect to Work Scheme and you meet the essential criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview. Please confirm how you meet this criteria in the “Showing how you meet the person specification and job description” section of the application form.

Staff are our most important asset and we therefore have a benefit package which reflects our continuing commitment to our employees. This includes:

Generous leave entitlement; a minimum of 26 days + Bank Holiday entitlement

Occupational Health

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee resource groups/networks

Buddy Support Programme

Flexible working options

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Staff work in a supportive and safe environment, recognising their responsibility to value and respect each other’s contributions. Standards of conduct must be of the highest level to ensure that no‑one is harassed, bullied or victimised. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, staff engagement forums and are keen to hear from applicants from a variety of different backgrounds.

Fair, Green & Local - Please see link below to our corporate plan with our key priorities for Adur and Worthing (2025-2028):

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