Disrepair Officer

Job Title: Disrepair Officer - Housing Asset Management

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Disrepair Officer to join our Housing Asset Management team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the quality, safety, and efficiency of our housing repairs service, tackling statutory disrepair cases, and improving service delivery across the borough.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide expert technical advice and prepare detailed specifications of work, risk assessments, and cost estimates.
* Manage and monitor the quality of repairs and major works, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and legal obligations.
* Supervise internal and external contractors to ensure timely and high-quality completion of work.
* Respond to Ombudsman enquiries and work collaboratively with Legal Services, tenants, and leaseholders to resolve disputes.
* Conduct quality inspections, audits, and health and safety checks across housing properties.

Requirements:

* Proven experience in a similar technical or surveying role, ideally within housing disrepair or asset management.
* Strong knowledge of housing legislation, disrepair protocols, and health & safety standards.
* Ability to manage and monitor a variable caseload, conduct diagnostic surveys, and prepare detailed reports.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to negotiate with tenants, leaseholders, legal professionals, and contractors.
* Valid driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for site visits across the borough.

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