We are seeking a Technical Officer to work with a Local Authority in Norfolk. This role sits within the Adaptations and Improvement Team and plays a key part in delivering housing adaptations, repairs, and improvement works to support vulnerable residents in maintaining independence within their homes.

Reports to: Adaptations and Improvement Team Manager

Location: Mixture of residents’ homes, on-site, office-based, plus local/regional travel as required

Start: ASAP

Duration: Permanent

Rate: £37-40k DOE

Key Responsibilities:

· Undertake detailed property surveys to assess adaptation, repair, and renovation requirements in line with client needs

· Review Occupational Therapist (OT) recommendations to ensure proposed works are practical and reasonable; carry out joint visits where required

· Prepare schedules of work, specifications, and design drawings; submit Building Regulation and Planning applications and secure approvals

· Obtain estimates and tenders via contractor frameworks; check for accuracy and completeness

· Act as ‘Client’ and ‘Principal Designer’ under CDM 2015 and ensure appropriate contractual arrangements are in place

· Inspect and monitor works on site to ensure compliance with specifications, budgets, and agreed programmes

· Manage contractor performance, agree variations where necessary, and authorise staged payments

· Conduct final inspections, prepare final accounts, issue completion certificates, and ensure warranties/guarantees are provided

· Liaise with health, social care, and housing colleagues to progress adaptations that support hospital discharge or prevent admission to care

· Maintain accurate performance, financial, and KPI records

· Contribute to wider housing priorities including empty homes, acquisitions, and assessment of property suitability for adaptation

· Promote equality, diversity, and the Council’s corporate values in service delivery

Requirements:

· Experience undertaking property surveys, preparing specifications, and managing building works

· Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, Planning processes, and CDM regulations

· Experience working with contractors, tender processes, and budget management

· Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel locally/regionally

If this is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV and a member of the team will be in touch.