At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with housing services, manage waiting lists, and address tenancy issues.
- Company: Orkney Council, committed to community support and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with a focus on community wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through housing support.
- Qualifications: Experience in housing services and strong communication skills.
Housing Officer
Council Offices, Kirkwall
21 hours per week
Permanent
£32,743 - £35,006 / £35,553 - £38,309 pro rata £17.94 - £19.18 / £19.48 - £20.99 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to the Team Manager (Housing and Homelessness).
Your working pattern is Monday to Wednesday, 09:00 to 17:00. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
The purpose of this role is to assist the Team Manager (Housing and Homelessness) with a range of housing services in accordance with relevant legislation and Council policies and procedures.
This is a varied role which will be based initially in our Housing Management section. The postholder will have opportunities to transfer between sections should a vacancy arise.
The post covers the provision of general housing advice and will focus on the maintenance of the Council’s housing waiting list and the allocation of Council houses and garages, endeavouring to keep void periods to a minimum. It also covers all tenancy breaches including rent arrears and anti-social behaviour.
The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.
This post involves a contractual requirement to:
- participate in a standby rota covering out of hours.
This post is a regulated role with adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 28 June 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Moira Adamson, Team Manager (Housing and Homelessness) at moira.adamson@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 extension 2173.
For information on applying and our recruitment process, please refer to the Information for Applicants.
We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
Housing Officer - ORK10458 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
As a Housing Officer with the Council in Kirkwall, you will be part of a supportive and community-focused team dedicated to improving housing services. The role offers flexible working arrangements, competitive pay including a Distant Islands Allowance, and opportunities for professional growth through potential transfers within various sections of the housing department. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while enjoying a collaborative work culture in a picturesque location.
