Technical Officer DFG

Service Care Solutions; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Liverpool is looking for a Technical Officer to support housing improvements. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in Building Construction or Surveying and experience in residential projects. Responsibilities include managing housing grants, conducting inspections, and liaising with clients and contractors. The role offers £24 per hour and requires a valid driving licence.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus upon successful application

Qualifications

• Experience in residential building or surveying.
• Strong knowledge of adaptations, maintenance, and private sector housing grants.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal Housing Improvement Officer in service delivery.
• Oversee technical aspects of housing grants/loans process.
• Conduct inspections and surveys to identify eligible works.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with CAD software

Ability to work independently under pressure

Education

HND/HNC in Building Construction or Surveying

Job description

A client within the Public Sector based in Merseyside is currently recruiting for a Technical Officer – Housing Improvements to join their Building Maintenance & Improvements Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a housing improvement environment.

The Role
Key purpose of the role is to supportthe Principal Housing Improvement Officer in the delivery of a comprehensive and efficient Home Improvement Service. The post holder will assess adaptation requirements in line with relevant legislation, undertake design work to address identified needs, and manage the delivery of works to a high standard.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Provide an efficient and effective service to clients applying for or receiving housing grant/loan assistance.
• Oversee all technical aspects of the housing grants/loans process from initial enquiry to completion.
• Conduct inspections and surveys to identify eligible works, prepare detailed plans, specifications and schedules of work.
• Manage contractors and monitor quality of work, ensuring compliance with relevant housing and safety legislation.
• Liaise with Occupational Therapists, clients, and partner agencies to design suitable and cost-effective adaptations.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor job progress, and contribute to service improvement targets.

The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require:
• HND/HNC in Building Construction or Surveying (or equivalent).
• Experience in residential building or surveying, with strong knowledge of adaptations, maintenance, and private sector housing grants.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
• Experience in using CAD software for plans/specifications.
• Familiarity with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and Decent Homes Standard.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently under pressure.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £24 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £19 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to (url removed) or call Amy at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed)
to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period

Job Info

Job Title:

Technical Officer DFG

Company:

Service Care Solutions

Location:

Liverpool, Merseyside

Posted:

Jul 29th 2025

Closes:

Aug 29th 2025

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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