Housing Adaptations Specialist

1 month ago


Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom i-Jobs Full time

Aids and Adaptations Surveyor Role

We are seeking a dedicated professional to manage the provision of aids and adaptations for council tenants with disabilities. In this role, you will play a key part in improving the quality of life for tenants by ensuring that properties are adapted to meet individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all referrals for aids and adaptations for council tenants with disabilities.
  • Arrange and attend joint site visits with occupational therapists to assess the viability of properties for adaptations.
  • Provide specialist advice on the suitability of council properties for proposed adaptations.
  • Refer tenants to the Tenancy Sustainment Team for potential relocation to more suitable properties.
  • Conduct assessments of void properties in collaboration with Housing and OT teams, providing guidance on adaptation viability.
  • Prepare detailed specifications for minor and small-scale adaptations, such as wetrooms, ramped access, door widening, and wheelchair-accessible kitchens.
  • Inspect and sign off adaptations during construction, ensuring compliance with council standards and OT specifications.
  • Liaise with architects and tenants for extension works related to property adaptations.
  • Manage the Aids and Adaptations budget, ensuring accurate payment of contractor invoices, challenging errors, and reviewing pricing.
  • Monitor contractor performance for adaptation works to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Strong experience in managing property adaptations, particularly in a housing or local authority setting.
  • Ability to assess properties and provide specialist advice regarding adaptation suitability.
  • Excellent project management skills with a focus on budget management and contractor oversight.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with occupational therapists, architects, tenants, and contractors.
  • Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement during the construction phase of adaptations.
  • Knowledge of health and safety standards and building regulations related to property adaptations.


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