Senior Technician

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a forward-thinking local council seeking a Senior Technician to join their Public Protection & Neighbourhoods team. This role offers the chance to tackle housing-related issues and contribute to new licensing schemes aimed at ensuring safe living conditions for all residents. With flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training, and a supportive environment, you will play a vital role in regulating private rented properties and addressing community concerns. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the community and advancing your career in public service.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible hours

Cycle2Work scheme

Salary sacrifice home electronics scheme

Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training

Opportunities for additional hours and overtime

Preferential access to internal job opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of regulatory framework related to housing standards.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in duties under the Housing Act 2004.
• Investigate complaints related to property disrepair and noise.
• Take enforcement actions including legal notices.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Computer literacy

Knowledge of enforcement

Ability to organize workload

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Technician to work within our Public Protection & Neighbourhoods team. Full Time and Part Time hours will be considered.

This is an exciting time to join the team as we deliver new Additional and Selective licensing schemes. We are committed to supporting residents and ensuring everyone has a safe, well-maintained home.

The team handles a wide range of housing-related issues, including housing standards, noise and anti-social behaviour, public health nuisances, and property licensing.

What you will be doing:

• Assisting the team in their duties under the Housing Act 2004 and other relevant legislation.
• Regulating private rented properties subject to HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) and Selective Licensing.
• Investigating complaints related to property disrepair, noise, anti-social behaviour, and public health nuisances.
• Taking informal and formal enforcement actions, including legal notices and criminal prosecutions.
• Using intelligence to target landlords and letting agents of concern.

What is in it for you?

• A competitive basic salary.
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible hours through the Council Flexi Scheme.
• The opportunity to buy extra leave.
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Access to a salary sacrifice home electronics scheme.
• Opportunities for additional hours and overtime.
• Preferential access to internal job opportunities before external advertising.
• Full support package, including access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme.
• Comprehensive training.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and develop your career.
• Our purpose is to support you in achieving your best.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of the technical aspects of enforcement.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills with members of the public, including tenants, landlords, and managing agents.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Ability to organize and manage your workload to meet team objectives.
• A good understanding of the regulatory framework, guidance, and best practices related to Housing Standards, noise, anti-social behaviour, HMO, and Selective Licensing.
• A proven ability to deliver quality services.

You will work flexibly from home and at Newcastle Civic Centre. Equipment such as a laptop will be provided, with opportunities to meet colleagues regularly.

For an informal discussion, please contact Graeme Beattie, Team Manager, Public Protection and Neighbourhoods, at 0785514399 or [e-mail].

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