Independent Living Service Technical Officer - Gateshead, United Kingdom - Gateshead Council

Gateshead Council

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Gateshead, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Independent Living Service Technical Officer - Grade J

About the role.
An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Officer in the Independent Living Service (ILS).

The service is responsible for the delivery of adaptations to the residents of Gateshead, to help them live independently at home.

The ILS Technical Officer will provide technical services across all tenures including Council and private properties.

Working in the Independent Living Service they will work closely in a multi-disciplinary team with The ILS Manager, The Senior Technical Officer, Home Improvement Officers, Occupational Therapists, Design Consultants and Contractors.

The post holder will conduct site assessments and prepare reports, drawings and specifications, liaise with contractors, ensure compliance with building safety laws and assist with budget planning and cost estimates for projects.

Please take a look at the full job profile. It's important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria.

A bit about Gateshead Council

We're truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service.

We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.

What's in it for you? Well, there's so much on offer and here's just a few of the highlights

You'll be paid a competitive salary plus additional allowances where relevant.
We'll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension of approximately 18.9% per year.
You'll get a generous annual leave package of 26 days annual leave (plus 2 statutory days) for new employees, rising to 30 days (plus 2 statutory days) after 5 years continuous local government service.
You have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
You'll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
We'll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend, including O2, Virgin Media and Dell

You must have knowledge and experience of

A strong technical aptitude and understanding of legislation and codes of practice relating to planning, building regulations and the requirements that control how works are carried out,
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
An ability to work in a team and manage multiple tasks simultaneously,
Proficiency in relevant software (e.g, Microsoft Office, CAD and project management tools) and,
Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
Experience in a similar role, such as an independent living service, construction related project management or contract administration where you have undertaken surveys, inspections and produced drawings, specifications and costings and,
Knowledge of relevant local and national legislation and guidelines.

You must have the following qualifications.

You must also have a degree or equivalent qualification in a Design, Surveying, Architecture or Construction related field or equivalent experience of working within a design, surveying, or construction related field and,
A full driving license or access to mobility support.

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