Technical Officer - Housing

6 Months Contract with a Local Authority Umbrella - £35.52 per hour

• Umbrella Job Purpose As a Technical Officer – Housing, you will provide technical advice, assistance and practical support in relation to home improvements and property adaptations, particularly for individuals with disabilities. You will support the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG), managing adaptation projects from initial assessment through to completion, ensuring that all work meets relevant legislation, technical standards and customer requirements. Key Duties/Accountabilities Develop suitable property adaptation schemes to meet the needs of disabled individuals, in accordance with statutory requirements and relevant policies. Work closely with Housing Support Coordinators, Occupational Therapists, builders, architects and other partner agencies. Provide technical advice and guidance to customers and colleagues regarding property adaptations. Visit customers in their homes to assess required building works and identify appropriate solutions. Carry out inspections throughout all stages of construction to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards. Conduct detailed property surveys and prepare cost estimates for eligible grants. Produce technical drawings and prepare schedules of work and specifications. Manage customer cases throughout the Disabled Facilities Grant process, including financial assessments to determine grant eligibility and customer contributions. Liaise with Building Control teams to coordinate inspections of completed works. Maintain accurate customer and project records, both electronically and manually. Review specifications, assess variations and manage applications for revised grants. Monitor construction work, maintain effective relationships with contractors and ensure projects remain within agreed requirements. Review technical construction standards, specifications and costings in line with changing requirements. Assess interim payment claims and recommend final grant payments following satisfactory completion of works. Provide cover and support to other Technical Officers across the local area when required. Manage allocated resources and assist with budget administration in accordance with relevant policies and procedures. Carry out risk assessments, identify appropriate control measures and ensure they are implemented and reviewed. Maintain confidentiality and ensure information is managed securely, reporting any suspected information security breaches. Attend occasional evening meetings and undertake duties outside normal working hours when required. Essential Experience Required HNC in Building Construction or equivalent demonstrable relevant experience. Experience working with individuals to identify and resolve problems. Experience managing contractors and overseeing planned building works. Experience preparing schedules of work, technical drawings and specifications. Knowledge or experience using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) or similar software. Knowledge of building construction and relevant technical standards. Understanding of Health and Safety legislation. Knowledge of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Understanding of housing and grant legislation, particularly Disabled Facilities Grants. Knowledge and experience of property adaptations. Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload with minimal supervision. Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. Ability to deal sensitively with customers who may be in difficult or vulnerable circumstances. Flexible approach and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to equality, diversity, social inclusion and removing barriers to access. Full clean driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle, or alternative reliable transport for business travel. Ability to undertake lone working and occasional work outside normal office hours. Additional Information to Note Employment Type: Temporary Contract. Contract Duration: 6 months. Number of Vacancies:

1. Working Hours: 37 hours per week. Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire. Working Arrangement: Hybrid, with at least 1 day per week in the office. The role also involves property inspections and visits across the local area. DBS Requirement: Basic DBS check required. Driving Requirements: Driving licence and local travel availability required. Interview Date: 23rd November 2026. Interview Process: Online interview via Microsoft Teams. Application Deadline: 20th November 2026. Payment Schedule: We work on a bi-weekly payment schedule. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.