M&E Technical Officer

The M&E Technical Officer is responsible for managing, maintaining, and enhancing mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems across the Radius Housing property portfolio. The role ensures statutory compliance, resident safety, and efficient, cost-effective service delivery. The postholder will deliver high-quality customer service to tenants and external clients and provide leadership and guidance across all workstreams within the Assets Directorate. This role supports the Response, Servicing, Compliance, and Planned Works teams and contributes to the development and implementation of Asset Management and investment strategies. Hours:37 hours per week Location: Holywood and elsewhere as needed Reference:FHA04442 Salary:£39,862 (SP29) - £45,091 (SP34) per annum Who We Are Radius Housing provides quality and affordable social housing in over 80 towns and cities throughout Northern Ireland. We provide a range of services, from sheltered housing for the over 55s and general needs housing for families and single people, as well as specialist care and support facilities for the frail, elderly, people with dementia and learning disabilities and other complex needs. We are one of the major developer of homes in Northern Ireland and build and release around 400 homes every year, both properties for rent, and for private sale. We incorporate design of community spaces that are designed to impact positively on residents and to support healthier lifestyles and create significant employment within the Northern Ireland construction sector. Our aim is to be an employer of choice and to recruit employees who will embrace our vision and values and fulfil our performance standards within their role. What we Offer We offer a range of benefits to employees including: 23 days annual leave (increasing to 29 with requisite continuous service) plus 13 additional statutory /customary days per annum pro rata Great on-job training and development opportunities A contributory pension scheme A health cash plan which can provide help with dental, optician and medical costs (including cover for dependent children in full time education up to 18 years of age), and 24/7 access to GPs and Counselling Services Membership of Perks offering deals and discounts from hundreds of big brands Free employee health checks Cycle to Work scheme Flexibility regarding working hours is also offered in some areas of the business. This role has been assessed for smart working, which may include a £250 annual remote working allowance. To be shortlisted candidates need to provide evidence of the following as a minimum: 1. HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering Membership (or working towards) of Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers or equivalent professional body Experience in M&E within social housing, public sector, or large property portfolio Experience managing contractors and service delivery 2. Strong technical understanding of M&E systems 3. Knowledge of statutory compliance frameworks 4. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications 5. Project management and organisational skills 6. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement 7. A current full driving licence and access to a suitable form of transport* (*where an applicant indicates that a disability prohibits them from driving, this criterion will be waived at the shortlisting stage. In such circumstances, consideration will be given in any subsequent offer of appointment to suitable alternative arrangements that the candidate may be able to put in place that would enable them to meet the travel requirements for the post). To apply All applications must be made directly through our website - please click the 'Apply' link to be taken to our careers page. Closing date for applications is 4th May 2026 unless otherwise stated. Radius reserves the right to enhance criteria to facilitate shortlisting. Association wide waiting lists may be compiled for future same or similar vacancies permanent / fixed term which may arise. Radius is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Benefits: Pension Cycle to Work Free Health Checks Health Cash Plan Flexibility