Principal Technician

RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a public sector organisation who are looking for a Principal Technician to join their team.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

The successful candidate will be one of two Principal Technicians providing support to the Principal Surveyors and will be a flexible resource for both CT & NDR workloads.

The role holder will have responsibilities in relation to maintaining Council Tax List and Valuation Roll, coordinating and organising Council Tax workload.

The post is responsible for the leadership, development and setting the overall standards for the work of the Technicians and Trainee Technicians, providing an operational service and its constituent Councils.

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates who possess either an HND or HNC (or above) in General Surveying or have completed the Trainee Technician Pathway, or have attained equivalent training, or have acquired the necessary skills and attributes from relevant work experience over a number of years.

Candidates should have experience in the survey of all categories of domestic property along with a thorough knowledge and understanding of Council Tax legislation in Scotland.

Experience of collation and analysis of evidence in relation to Council Tax in accordance with statutory regulations and an understanding of the procedures in respect of the disposal of proposals and appeals for First-Tier Tribunal Service is essential.The ability to communicate effectively on behalf of the organisation at external meetings, including as an expert witness at Tribunal hearings and discussion of council tax proposals and appeals with taxpayers or their representatives and the preparation of evidence for hearing before the First Tier Tribunal for Scotland is required.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package of financial, lifestyle and career benefits designed to support you at every stage of your life and career.

Generous Pension Fund scheme with employer contributions of £2 for every £1 you pay in, tax relief on contributions, life cover of three times pay and pensions for eligible dependants, plus the option to take part of your pension as a tax-free lump sum and retire from age 55 (actuarially reduced).

Strong worklife balance support including flexible and hybrid working, special leave, enhanced maternity and paternity provisions and employment break options.

Extensive health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits via Vivup, including retail and leisure discounts, spread-the-cost home and electronics schemes, cycle to work, car scheme, discounted gym memberships, financial wellbeing tools and a peer recognition platform.

Competitive annual leave starting at 27 days plus public holidays, rising with continuous service to 35 days plus public holidays.

Supportive occupational sick pay that increases with service, up to 26 weeks on full pay and 26 weeks on half pay for long-serving employees.

Interest-free advance salary scheme to purchase and insure an annual public transport season ticket for travel to and from work.

Strong commitment to training, development and progression, with structured learning, mandatory e-learning, support for professional qualifications (including RICS accreditation) and clear career pathways for trainees and experienced staff.

A positive, inclusive approach to health, safety and wellbeing, including specific menopause awareness and support, a confidential Employee Assistance Programme and access to up-to-date HR policies and guidance.

Recognition of long service with awards for 25 years service, alongside an ongoing performance and development framework focused on regular feedback and growth. xwzovoh

Successful candidates will be required to provide a Basic Disclosure Check Certificate.