Are you committed to improving homes and making a real difference in the lives of older and disabled residents? Our Home Improvement Agency service is looking for an Adaptations Technical Officer to join the team.
The Service
Our Home Improvement Agency provides a range of services for older, vulnerable, and disabled people to help them remain living independently and in their own homes.
We are committed to providing a high-quality service in a busy environment and ensuring that the highest level of care and support is provided to our clients.
The Role
As a Technical Officer, you will assist with the organisation, planning and management of adaptations to enable people to remain independent in their homes.
You will work closely with clients to facilitate a broad range of home repairs and adaptations that enable independent living. Collaborating with contractors, stakeholders, and other professionals, you will assess individual needs, develop tailored schemes of work, and oversee their delivery through to practical completion—ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction throughout the process.
You will liaise with Occupational Therapy staff and other professionals and ensure a positive customer experience.
This role requires the post holder to work across the county.
Required Skills and Experience
- Experience working in the construction industry
- An HNC in construction (or equivalent) or have a construction trade background
- Effective communication skills
- A commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- The ability to manage a varied workload
What can we offer you?
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.
These include:
- a local government pension scheme with 18.1% employer contribution
- salary sacrifice schemes
- employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more!
- travel loans
- Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing
Click on our Total Rewards Brochure at the bottom of this advert to see the full range of benefits.
Venue for Interview
Harrogate Civic Centre, Saint Luke’s Mount, Harrogate, HG1 2AE
DBS
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Housing Adaptations Technical Officer in Harrogate employer: Applefields School
Whitby School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inspiring environment for both students and staff. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, mental health support, and continuous professional development, we empower our employees to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Located in the heart of the Whitby community, our school embodies values of ambition, courage, character, and endeavour, ensuring that every day offers new challenges and rewards.
