Support and Technical Officer

Middlesbrough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Electric vehicle lease scheme

Discounts on food, and drink and le!is

Staff lottery scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted sport and leisureMembership

Job summary

Middlesbrough Council is seeking an enthusiastic Housing Adaptations Support and Technical Officer to plan and manage major and minor repairs and adaptations. You will assess client needs, develop schemes of work, and oversee projects to successful completion, liaising with Occupational Therapy teams and other professionals to ensure high quality client care.

This role requires construction experience, an HNC in Construction (or equivalent), and the ability to work in a busy environment, meeting

Qualifications

• Experience of working in the construction industry.
• HNC in Construction (or equivalent) held.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and develop suitable schemes of work.
• Oversee major and minor repairs and adaptations through to completion.
• Liaise with Occupational Therapy teams and other professionals.
• Work effectively within deadlines while reflecting council values.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

HNC in Construction (or equivalent)

Job description

You will work closely with clients to help deliver a wide range of repairs and adaptations to their homes, enabling them to remain independent, safe and secure. Working alongside a variety of stakeholders, contractors and professional partners, you will assess client needs, develop suitable schemes of work and oversee projects through to successful completion. The role involves liaising with Occupational Therapy teams and other professionals, whilst ensuring that the Council's Values are reflected in every aspect of service delivery to provide a positive customer experience.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Housing Adaptions Support and Technical Officer to support the organisation, planning and management of major and minor repairs and adaptations., Applicants should have experience of working within the construction industry and hold an HNC in Construction (or equivalent) or have a relevant construction trade background. You will be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of property repairs, renovation projects and housing adaptations. You will be committed to delivering a high-quality service within a busy environment, working effectively to deadlines whilst ensuring that clients receive the highest standard of care and support., You will need excellent communication and organisational skills, a commitment to multi-disciplinary working, and the ability to manage a varied and demanding workload.

Middlesbrough Staying Put Agency is an award-winning Home Improvement Agency, recognised for delivering a wide range of service to older, vulnerable and disabled residents, helping them to live independently and safely in their own homes.

This is a career-graded post, with a starting salary at either:

• Grade G - £29,542 per annum
• Grade I - £34,811 per annum

Appointment to the appropriate grade will be determined through the application and interview process in line with the relevant grading criteria. The successful candidate must be able to meet the travel requirements of the role. Middlesbrough Council is an exciting and rewarding place to work, with strong values that underpin everything we do and the services we provide to our communities.

Employee Benefits In addition to competitive salary, employees enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Electric vehicle lease scheme.
• Discounts on food, and drink and leisure activities.
• Staff lottery scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounted sport and leisure memberships.

Join us and help make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable residents across Middlesbrough. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!