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Technical Officer - Planned Programme Works - Inverness-shire, UK Join a forward-thinking and community-focused organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality of housing across the Highlands. Our client prides itself on delivering high standards of refurbishment and maintenance, ensuring safe, comfortable, and sustainable living environments for residents. With a commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of a reputable organisation that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence. Job Responsibilities Coordinate high-quality frontline services to deliver installations of new kitchens, bathrooms, heating systems, roofing, windows, and doors. Ensure value for money through effective procurement and management of external contractors. Oversee the stock condition survey process to inform future investment plans. Ensure properties meet the Scottish Housing Quality Standard (SHQS) and EESSH standards. Collaborate with team members to deliver refurbishment and large repairs programmes efficiently. Maintain compliance with health and safety legislation and building regulations. Produce formal written specifications and manage contractor and subcontractor relationships. Travel around the Highlands as required, with a valid driving licence and own vehicle (car allowance provided). Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience within the construction or surveying field, particularly in refurbishment or large repairs programmes. Strong technical knowledge of building design and construction practices. Good understanding of health and safety legislation and building regulations. Competence in the use of Microsoft Office packages, including Word and Excel. Experience in producing formal specifications and managing contractors/subcontractors. Excellent organisational and coordination skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Driving licence and own vehicle are essential. What We Offer Hybrid working arrangements, combining office and home-based work. Enhanced annual leave entitlement. Opportunities for professional development and training. Flexible working hours to support work-life balance. Day one sick pay scheme. Employee benefit discount scheme. Company pension scheme. Family-friendly policies. Employee assistance programme available 24/7. Apply Today If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering quality housing solutions and meet the outlined requirements, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. To discuss the role further or to submit your application, please contact June Crombie at Brook Street Inverness on (phone number removed). Interviews are scheduled for 8th and 9th December in the Inverness area, with a potential start date in January 2026. Take the next step in your career and join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the Highlands! Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Property Fire Safety Team Assurance Manager Location: Hybrid (local branch visit required 2 times a week; travel to London branch for meetings every 6-7 weeks) Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week, 10 AM - 4 PM Pay: £12.74 per hour Our public sector client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Property Fire Safety Team Assurance Manager to join their team. In this vital role, you will contribute to fire safety initiatives and enhance data management processes across the organisation. Your expertise will help maintain high standards of safety and compliance throughout the property portfolio. This is a hybrid position, requiring you to attend your local branch a minimum of two days a week while working from home for the remaining three days. Additionally, you will need to travel to Petty France (London) for meetings every 6-7 weeks. This role is a Temporary role covering Maternity leave so, the contract is likely to be around 12 months long. Key Responsibilities: Upload data from CPFSI letters, including appointments and outcome letters (approximately 50 entries per week). Provide user support for the CPFSI tracker to enhance team effectiveness and front-line user experience. Collaborate with the Business Manager to manage the tracker and produce monthly risk reports. Monitor audit data to identify trends and address fire safety issues. Perform general administrative duties, including email correspondence and inbox management. Project Support: Assist with the fire strategy project for the NPS portfolio, ensuring effective communication with project suppliers and FM colleagues. Source necessary documents for site visits and maintain a tracker of project costs and survey progress for quality assurance. Reporting: Generate data reports on current fire safety trends for upward reporting. Contribute to monthly dashboards prepared by the Team Lead for presentation to the Head of PATS. Administrative Support: Manage the central fire safety mailbox, allocating inquiries to advisers and maintaining task records for monthly reporting. Oversee the completion of the FRA QA tracker and analyse findings for quarterly meetings. Skills Required: Strong organisational and data management skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Proficiency in hybrid working and time management. How to Apply: Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today by submitting your application online! As part of the process, successful candidates will need to provide necessary documentation, including a valid passport, proof of address, proof of NI number, and undergo a DBS check, along with a three-year referencing process.