Technical Officer (Housing Improvements)

Job Description

Job Category : Technical
Location : Magdalen House, Bootle, L20 3NJ, Sefton MBC
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £19.24

The post is within the Home Improvements Team which forms part of the Building Services team

Job Purpose:

Supporting the Principal Housing Improvement Officer in the delivery of comprehensive and efficient Home Improvement Service the post holder will assess adaptation requirements in line with relevant legislation, undertake design work to address identified requirements efficiently and effectively and manage the delivery of the works to a high standard.

To deliver the following outcomes

1. The Council’s key investment projects are delivered

2. The operation and financial efficiency of the Council’s assets are improved

3. The opportunities for sustainable development and investment in Sefton are increased

4. The Council’s assets are maintained

5. The most vulnerable people are assisted in accessing opportunities

6. Our services are accessible

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To provide an efficient and effective service to clients who are enquiring about, have made an application for, or have received approval for, the various types of grant or loan assistance provided by the Council.

2. To organise and oversee all technical aspects of the Housing grants / loans process from receipt of initial enquiry through to completion. Visiting client’s in their own homes providing the required level of advice and information and maintaining regular contact with them at each stage of the case

3. To Inspect properties with regard to the legislation and standards appertaining to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, the Decent Homes Standard, Disabled Facilities Grant and other relevant standards, as appropriate. To visit properties and undertake surveys to identify eligible works, prepare detailed plans and specifications / schedules of work to meet the needs and to check and analyse plans, specifications, estimates, bills of quantities and variations in connection with all applications for assistance.

4. To maintain and review an up-to-date Register of Preferred Contractors

5. To administer the Contracts for Works, instruct contractors and monitor the quality of workmanship.