Area Improvement Officer

Oxford City Council; Oxford; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Oxford is seeking an Area Improvement Officer to maintain and enhance tenant estates. The role involves conducting inspections, providing excellent customer service, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure safe and well-maintained areas. Ideal candidates will have strong inspection skills and a commitment to housing standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including holiday and a flexible scheme.

Benefits

29 days holiday

LGPS

Subsidised leisure membership

Flex scheme

Employee benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to conduct regular inspections and identify issues.
• Strong collaboration skills with tenants and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve estates through direct action and coordination.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure quality and safety.
• Support larger improvement projects and ensure compliance with standards.

Job description

Salary

G6: £36,775 per annum full time (pro rata for part time)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Region

Oxford

Package

29 days holiday, LGPS, subsidised leisure membership, flex scheme (where appropriate), employee benefits scheme, post-probation pay increment

Job category/type

Permanent

Date posted

20/08/2025

Job reference

002706

The Area Improvement Officer at Oxford City Council is responsible for maintaining and improving the estates where tenants live by identifying and resolving issues, either through direct action or by co-ordinating with relevant stakeholders. This role involves regular inspections, excellent customer service, and close collaboration with tenants to ensure clean, safe, and well-maintained estates and areas. The officer also supports larger improvement projects and ensures compliance with housing standards and legislation.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Anthony Webber on 01865252216 or email

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