We are looking for four enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our area housing teams as Technical Administration Officers.

 

The post holder will efficiently administer the technical aspects in one of our four area housing teams and provide support to a team of three Building Maintenance Inspectors and a Building Maintenance Manager. This will involve assisting with the preparation of void properties for re-letting, responding to formal disrepairs claims, inspecting properties for defects, instructing contractors and overseeing the repairs process. The post holder will deal with enquiries from members of the public and contractors both face to face and via telephone and email.

 

Candidates will require sound administrative, numerical and organisational skills and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and the ability to learn other IT packages such as our housing management database, NEC. Full Training on any organisation specific IT systems will be provided.  

 

The post holder will be required to work as part of a busy team often working in stressful and demanding circumstances whilst retaining a keen eye for detail and the ability to work on their own initiative.

 

The post will offer valuable experience of building maintenance within the area housing teams and there will be the opportunity for career progression and to obtain industry recognised qualifications.

 

Candidates require a good understanding of and commitment to the council’s Equal Opportunities policies as they apply to service delivery.

 

The council promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion maintaining an awareness of the equality and diversity, to create and maintain a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment where all people are treated with dignity.

 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognizing that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

 

In return, you can expect an excellent benefits package and working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance. We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 40 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

In addition, we offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments. A wide range of developmental opportunities is also offered.

 

Closing Date:  Sunday 18th June 2023

Shortlisting Date: W/C 19^th June 2023

Interview Date: W/C 26^th June 2023

 

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

 

We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our teams.

 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

 

The application process for this campaign will be anonymised.

 

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

 

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.