Housing Project Delivery Officer

• Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference to residents across Stockton-on-Tees?
• Do you enjoy working with partners, managing projects and delivering positive change?
• Do you have project management skills, or the ambition to develop them and take the next step in your career?

Look no further! We have an exciting opportunity for a Housing Project Delivery Officer to join the Housing Investment & Migration Support Team within Adults, Health and Wellbeing at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

The Housing Investment & Migration Support Team is responsible for supporting the Council's housing priorities and delivering initiatives that help create thriving communities across the Borough.

About the role

As a Housing Project Delivery Officer, you will play a key role in developing and delivering a variety of housing-related programmes and projects. Depending on your skills, qualifications and experience, you will support or lead projects that contribute to housing growth, regeneration, affordable housing delivery and wider strategic housing objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Managing and supporting housing projects and programmes.
• Monitoring project progress, budgets, risks and outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with internal services, developers, housing providers and other external partners.
• Preparing reports, funding applications and governance documentation.
• Supporting consultation and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Identifying opportunities to improve services and deliver positive outcomes for residents.

About you

• Has strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Can managepriorities and deadlines effectively.
• Is proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.
• Is passionate about delivering positive outcomes for local communities.
• Is keen to develop their skills and build a career in housing project delivery and regeneration.

Whether you're looking to build your experience or take the next step in your career, this career-graded role (G, J, L) offers clear progression opportunities. You'll be supported to develop your skills, gain valuable experience and grow your expertise in housing project delivery and regeneration.

To learn more about the role and what we're looking for, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.

Why join us?

At Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, we know that great people deliver great services. That's why we are committed to creating a workplace where employees are trusted, valued and supported.

In return, we offer an attractive benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,529
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

And that’s not all – you can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home.

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Think this could be the right opportunity for you?

We'd love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Samantha Dixon, Service Lead - Housing Investment & Migration Support

sam.dixon@stockton.gov.uk

01642 526686

We anticipate a high level of interest in this role and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.

Important Applicant Guidance

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools:

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Application Updates and Communication:

All updates regarding your application, including interview invitations, will be sent from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’ to the email linked to your North East Jobs account, and will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your account.

Right to Work:

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

Council Principles:

The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.

Limitations:

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.