Techical Officer

Technical Officer – Housing

Job Details
Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TX
Duration: 26 Weeks
Work Pattern: Minimum 1 day in the office, with regular local property visits.

Role Overview

Support the Lightbulb Service in delivering home improvements and adaptations for disabled residents, including Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG). Manage adaptation projects from initial property assessment through specifications, contractor supervision, inspections and final grant payments.

Key Responsibilities

Assess residents' homes and identify required adaptations.

Prepare property surveys, technical drawings, specifications and cost estimates.

Manage contractors and oversee adaptation works.

Conduct property and site inspections to ensure compliance.

Manage DFG cases, including grant assessments and customer contributions.

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Liaise with Occupational Therapists, Building Control and other stakeholders.

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Review variations, interim payments and final grant claims.

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Maintain records, monitor budgets and ensure health and safety compliance.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

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Building construction and property surveying experience.

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Experience with DFGs and disabled property adaptations.

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Preparing technical specifications, schedules of work and costings.

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CAD / AutoCAD and technical drawing experience.

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Property inspections and contractor management.

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Knowledge of HHSRS, housing and grant legislation.

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Health and safety knowledge.

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Strong case management, communication and problem-solving skills.

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HNC Building Construction or equivalent relevant experience.

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Ability to travel locally for property inspections