Technical Officer - Technical

Technical Officer – Housing Improvements

Contract: 12 months (with potential extension)
Employer: Local Authority
Recruiter: Aatom Recruitment

Aatom Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Technical Officer to join a local authority on a 12-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a housing improvements team, delivering essential adaptation and grant-funded works to residents.

About the Role

Supporting the Principal Housing Improvement Officer, you will play a key role in delivering an efficient and customer-focused Home Improvement Service. You will assess adaptation requirements, produce technical designs, and oversee works to ensure high-quality outcomes that meet legislative and client needs.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage all technical aspects of housing grants and loans from initial enquiry through to completion

* Carry out property inspections in line with HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard, and Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) requirements

* Undertake surveys and prepare detailed plans, specifications, and schedules of work

* Administer works contracts, instruct contractors, and monitor quality and progress on site

* Liaise with Occupational Therapists, clients, and partner agencies to design suitable adaptations

* Provide technical advice and support to residents throughout the process

* Conduct interim valuations, variations, and final inspections to authorise contractor payments

* Ensure all works comply with building regulations, planning requirements, and health & safety legislation

* Maintain accurate records and case management information systems

* Monitor contractor performance and contribute to continuous service improvement

Requirements

Essential

* HND/HNC in Building Construction, Surveying, or equivalent experience

* Experience in housing adaptations, property surveys, or technical housing services

* Knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) and housing standards

* Ability to produce technical drawings using CAD

* Strong understanding of construction processes and contract management

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

* Ability to manage a caseload independently

Additional

* Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across the borough

Why Apply?

* Long-term contract with potential extension

* Opportunity to work on meaningful projects supporting vulnerable residents

* Collaborative and supportive local authority environment

If you are a skilled Technical Officer or Surveyor with experience in housing adaptations and grants, we would love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed