Technical Officer – Disrepair, Damp and Mould
Initial 6-Month Contract – Potential Extension
Site Based / Hybrid Working
My client is looking for an experienced Technical Officer to join their housing and disrepair function, with a particular focus on housing disrepair, damp and mould cases.
The successful candidate will provide specialist technical support across complex cases, carrying out inspections, identifying defects, preparing technical reports and overseeing remedial works through to successful completion.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Managing housing disrepair, damp and mould cases from initial assessment through to resolution
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Undertaking property inspections and identifying defects, building pathology and housing hazards
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Producing detailed technical and expert witness reports
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Assessing repair requirements and recommending practical, cost-effective solutions
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Liaising with residents, solicitors, contractors, surveyors and other key stakeholders
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Working with independent surveyors and legal representatives where required
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Specifying, coordinating and overseeing remedial and maintenance works
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Reviewing quotations, schedules of rates and proposed works to ensure value for money
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Managing contractors and monitoring works, variations, valuations and final accounts
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Conducting site inspections, quality checks, completion inspections and snagging
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Providing technical support in relation to legal proceedings, including giving evidence where required
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Maintaining accurate case records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Requirements Needed
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Relevant professional qualification such as HNC, or equivalent experience within construction, surveying, building or a related discipline
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Relevant professional experience in surveying, construction, building services or a similar technical environment
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Recent experience working within a housing environment
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Strong experience dealing with housing disrepair claims, ideally including the preparation of expert witness reports
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Good knowledge of damp, mould, building defects and domestic property maintenance
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Experience carrying out maintenance surveys and identifying appropriate remedial solutions
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Knowledge of HHSRS and relevant housing legislation
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Proven experience managing contractors, contracts and repair projects through to completion
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Experience using schedules of rates and assessing repair costs
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Good understanding of construction and housing health and safety requirements
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Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use
If you have been working within housing disrepair, damp and mould and are considering your next contract, I’d be happy to have a quick chat and provide some further information about the role.
You can apply through the advert or drop Teddy an email directly at teddy.j@stonehouserg.com.