Senior Technical Specialist

NHBC; England; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home warranty organization is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist to join its team. This home-based role involves providing technical expertise, developing standards, and supporting risk management processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to upholding industry standards. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Subsidised private medical insurance

Employee discounts platform

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Strong advocacy and communication skills with an enquiring mind.
• Detailed technical knowledge of house building and construction standards.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to support NHBC's Technical Risk Management Policy.
• Review and maintain NHBC's technical positions.
• Assist Operations with Warranty and Building Regulation compliance.

Skills

Construction experience

Technical knowledge of home building technology

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Educated to a minimum RQF level 4

Job description

Overview

Senior Technical Specialist

Salary:£48,700.00 – £55,000.00 (depending on experience) + 10% performance bonus

Working location:Home Based

Employment type:full time, permanent

Job summary:

The role is located within one of the Standards, Innovation and Research teams to deliver on the key purposes of the department:

• Technical Research: Horizon scanning to help inform the wider business and mitigate future technical risk to the NHBC
• Innovation: Identification and safe delivery of new construction concepts/systems/processes that increase value for NHBC, customers, consumers and the wider industry.
• Standards: Produce and evolve technical standards and guidance that mitigates our insurance risk, defines a minimum warranty standard and promotes consistency in application.
• Technical Competency: To develop and demonstrate the technical competence of our people to regulators, internal stakeholders, and customers.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide expertise to support the maintenance and development of NHBC’s Technical Risk Management Policy.
• Review, develop, publish and maintain NHBC’s technical positions relating to department purpose.
• Assist Operations by supporting NHBC’s Technical Risk Management (TRM) processes and procedures for Warranty and Building Regulation compliance.
• Develop and publish in areas of specialism, internal and external technical information guidance and communications in support of the consistent interpretation of NHBC Standards and Regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the relationship with builder customers, industry bodies, trade associations and professional institutes within defined area of specialism.
• Support the resolution of technical issues and enquiries for colleagues and external customers.
• Lead on team specific project work.
• Mentoring of colleagues within Standards, Innovation and Research.
• Adherence to role specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

What we’re looking for

• Relevant construction experience, including the understanding of home building technology, including modern methods of construction and Statutory Regulations.
• Credible technically with strong advocacy and communication skills, and an enquiring mind
• Have detailed technical knowledge and significant experience with house building/construction, NHBC standards, Building Regulations, procedures and structure.
• Understanding of industry competence requirements
• Educated to a minimum RQF level 4
• Sound and appropriate levels of technical knowledge to enable sufficient understanding of customer needs and requirements.
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to travel throughout the UK and Europe including short term stays away from home

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• holiday purchase scheme
• enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• life assurance
• subsidised private medical insurance
• employee discounts platform
• two days volunteer leave
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents
• depending on location might attract London allowance (up to £7,500)

+ many more!

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.

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