Technical Officer / Clerk of Works

Bernicia Group; Ashington; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Pension scheme with life insurance

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

Bernicia Group is seeking a Technical Officer/Clerk of Works to ensure the highest quality in our new homes across development sites in Ashington. You will inspect construction works, assess workmanship, identify defects, and provide technical advice throughout construction, handover and the defects period.

You will regularly visit sites, maintain accurate records, produce written and photographic reports, and collaborate with contractors to drive improvements and ensure compliance with Building

Qualifications

• Strong practical construction knowledge required.
• Ability to inspect workmanship and identify defects.
• Experience with Building Regulations and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction works across development sites.
• Assess workmanship, identify defects and risks.
• Produce clear written and photographic site reports.
• Attend meetings and support handover and defect resolutions.

Skills

Site inspection

Construction knowledge

Quality control

Report writing

Communication skills

Job description

Salary: Up to £45,000 (Inclusive of Car Allowance).

Technical Officer/Clerk of Works

Location. Ashington

Salary: up to £45,000 per annum (inclusive of car allowance)

Hours: 37 per week, Monday to Friday.

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 5PM on Monday 5 th October 2026.

If you are passionate about achieving high standards in new build housing and have strong practical construction knowledge, our Technical Officer/Clerk of Works role could be the next step in your career.

You will play an important role in improving the quality of Bernicia’s new homes, providing practical site inspection, technical advice and support throughout construction, handover and the defects period.

This opportunity comes at a pivotal time following the launch of ‘The Bernicia Effect, Supporting Opportunity’ 2026-31 Corporate Strategy in which we will deliver up to 1000 new homes.

28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) for full-time employees;

Health cash plan membership so you can save money by claiming cash back – over £1000 each year - towards essential healthcare such as dental, optical, physio and loads more. We’ll also cover the costs of including any dependent children in the scheme – up to the age of 21 or 24 if in full-time education – that you may have.

Access to savings on gym memberships plus cash back and discounts on purchases from major retailers including supermarkets, travel, cinema and more.

Generous pension scheme with life insurance of 3 x salary.

About the Technical Officer/Clerk of Works Role:

You will play a key role in ensuring Bernicia’s new homes are delivered to the highest quality standards. Working across a range of development sites, you will inspect construction works, assess workmanship and identify defects, quality concerns, contractual risks and areas of non-compliance. You will ensure that homes are constructed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, employer requirements, Building Regulations, fire safety requirements and the building contract.

The role involves regular site visits, monitoring construction progress, maintaining accurate site records and producing clear written and photographic reports. You will attend pre-start and progress meetings, represent Bernicia in discussions with contractors and project teams, and build effective working relationships that support the successful delivery of new homes whilst constructively challenging poor workmanship where required.

You will also support the preparation and resolution of defects, contribute to the smooth handover of completed homes and provide technical advice on new build and latent defects. Through your practical knowledge and attention to detail, you will help drive continuous improvements in construction quality, specifications and future scheme delivery, ensuring customers receive homes that meet Bernicia’s standards and long-term expectations.

Please also see the associated Role Profile , for further details on accountabilities, along with guidance on essential and desirable criteria.

About us:

We’re all about helping people in need of housing. We believe a good home makes lots of other things possible, so we provide great homes and services that do just that.

We’ve built Bernicia to be a business that people want to be a part of. We’re one of the North East’s largest and most successful housing providers; building, renting, selling and managing homes as well as providing services to over 60,000 customers.

Looking to grow your career at a company that puts your people first?

Our people are what make us great. Their feedback has recognised us as a Great Place to Work certified employer.

We operate within a set of simple, but effective values, which blend perfectly to create our unique ‘Bernicia Way’ culture. This ensures we are customer focused, through working together, respecting each other, being accountable for our actions and demonstrating integrity and leadership.

You will be required to hold a current and valid driving licence.

Interviews will be taking place week commencing 12 th October

Sharon Lake (Development Manager) on0191 238 3843.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised, should we receive a large volume of applications.

The Group is fully committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and we particularly welcome applicants from groups who are currently under represented at Bernicia.

Salary: Up to £45,000 (Inclusive of Car Allowance).

Salary: Up to £43,282 per annum (inclusive of car allowance) depending on skills and experience