Technical Officer - Planned Programme Works

Brook Street; Invergordon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organisation in Invergordon is seeking a Technical Officer to manage housing refurbishment and maintenance projects. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction, excellent organisational abilities, and strong communication skills. This role offers hybrid working arrangements, enhanced annual leave, and professional development opportunities. Join a team dedicated to delivering quality housing solutions in the Highlands.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Employee benefit discount scheme

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme available 24/7

Qualifications

• Proven experience in refurbishment or large repairs programmes.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction practices.
• Competence in using Microsoft Office packages.
• Effective communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate high-quality frontline services for installations.
• Ensure effective procurement management of contractors.
• Oversee stock condition surveys for future planning.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage contractor relationships and specifications.

Skills

Construction experience

Technical knowledge of building design

Health and safety legislation understanding

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Job description

Technical Officer - Planned Programme Works - Inverness-shire, UK

Join a forward-thinking and community-focused organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality of housing across the Highlands. Our client prides itself on delivering high standards of refurbishment and maintenance, ensuring safe, comfortable, and sustainable living environments for residents. With a commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a reputable organisation that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate high-quality frontline services to deliver installations of new kitchens, bathrooms, heating systems, roofing, windows, and doors.
• Ensure value for money through effective procurement and management of external contractors.
• Oversee the stock condition survey process to inform future investment plans.
• Ensure properties meet the Scottish Housing Quality Standard (SHQS) and EESSH standards.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver refurbishment and large repairs programmes efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation and building regulations.
• Produce formal written specifications and manage contractor and subcontractor relationships.
• Travel around the Highlands as required, with a valid driving licence and own vehicle (car allowance provided).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience within the construction or surveying field, particularly in refurbishment or large repairs programmes.
• Strong technical knowledge of building design and construction practices.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and building regulations.
• Competence in the use of Microsoft Office packages, including Word and Excel.
• Experience in producing formal specifications and managing contractors/subcontractors.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Driving licence and own vehicle are essential.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangements, combining office and home-based work.
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• Day one sick pay scheme.
• Employee benefit discount scheme.
• Company pension scheme.Family-friendly policies.
• Employee assistance programme available 24/7.

Apply Today

If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering quality housing solutions and meet the outlined requirements, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

To discuss the role further or to submit your application, please contact June Crombie at Brook Street Inverness on 01463 729213. Interviews are scheduled for 8th and 9th December in the Inverness area, with a potential start date in January 2026. Take the next step in your career and join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the Highlands!

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.