Maintenance Officer; Public Sector

Maintenance Officer (Public Sector) (BBBH
14827CH) – Coleraine, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP
32,597 – GBP
36,363 per annum

Maintenance Officer (Public Sector) – a large public sector organisation is seeking a Maintenance Officer for a 3‑month contract, with the possibility of extension. The role is based primarily at the Coleraine site.

• Carry out inspections of properties on a set timetable to authorise housing executives’ contractors to carry out necessary maintenance work.
• Conduct inspections to ensure works performed meet acceptable standards and can be authorised for payment.
• Inform tenants of maintenance policies and their responsibilities, and provide information on the progress and time frames for works in their homes.
• Identify deficiencies in maintenance service delivery and alert the contractor for remedial action.
• Liaise with housing executive staff, particularly those involved in allocation of homes, to ensure that vacated houses have required works completed so they can be re‑let promptly.

• A degree in Building Studies (or equivalent) with 1 year relevant experience.
• A BTEC Higher Diploma in Building Studies (or equivalent) with 2 years relevant experience.
• A minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
• Relevant experience will be considered if it involves working on the design, improvement or maintenance of domestic properties.

Hourly rate ranging from £16.90 to £18.85, plus discount benefits.