Leeds City Council
Technical Officer
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Technical Officer
Job Title
Technical Officer
Details
- Salary: £37,280 – £39,152 (inc. SO2)
- Hours: 37 per week
- Type: Permanent
- Location: Seacroft Ring Road Depot, Leeds
Leeds City Council, one of the largest employers in the region (over 14,000 staff), is seeking talented candidates who embody its values to develop talented individuals into this forward-thinking role.
About the Role
The Technical Officer will work within the Asset Management division, undertaking inspections of council assets to diagnose and resolve building-related problems while adhering to internal procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections using Building Maintenance techniques to find repairs for damp and structural defects.
- Provide technical support to frontline teams while monitoring work quality and ensuring cost-effective solutions.
- Work closely with stakeholders (staff, tenants, contractors, contractors) to resolve technical issues collaboratively.
- Driving efficiency, cost-effectiveness and quality within budgets while aligning with council targets and policies.
- Offer onsite surveys and guidance to contractors for safe, compliant delivery of improvements or repairs.
Key Location and Flexibility
The team is currently based at the LBS Seacroft Depot, but candidates can be deployed across Leeds City Council’s geographical area as required.
About You
To excel in this role, you will need to:
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of landlord repair responsibilities and building defect maintenance.
- Be able to use standard survey tools for damp or structural assessment.
- Diagnose issues and develop cost-effective technical repair solutions.
- Work coherently with contractors and internal teams.
- Stakeholder engagement, including with tenants and external contractors.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and annual leave (including statutory holidays)
- Membership in the Welland West Yorkshire Pension Scheme with pension contributions
- Flexible/hybrid working depending on service needs
- Rolling career development options with supportive career progression routes.
- Staff benefits to help enhance your wellbeing and finances.
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How to Apply
- Complete the online application form.
- Check the application guidance.
- Enquiries can be emailed to Mark.Johnson@leeds.gov.uk.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds, including women, carers, veterans, LGBT+, disabled, and care-experienced individuals.
Employment Requirements
- Must have the right to work in the UK (work visa not required at £37,280+ salary).
- British or Irish citizenship or visa secured.
- Hold a valid driving license.
A on-site up-to-date trade or technical qualifications clearly within the building/construction industry.
Job Purpose
- Carry out inspections to record condition of housing assets and identify problems.
- Raise repair requests using council policies for prioritization and categorization.
- Provide technical advice and proactively liaise between customers, staff and contractors.
- Schedule appropriate referrals/programmes within budget requirements.
- Provide safe and effective contractor supervision, with risk management for excellence delivery.
Ensure all repairs and maintenance align with client expectations are compliant and cost-effective.
Responsibilities
- Frontline Service Delivery – Gather asset-trends according to council policy and standards.
- Perform detailed repairs/risk assessments using recognized techniques and survey tools.
- Specify appropriate repairs, including damp-related fixes.
- Organize and manage budgets to align with functional priorities.
- Ensure hazard management via accurate risk assessments and reactive, prioritized corrective actions.
- Maximize value for money through technically cost-effective, sustainable repair solutions.
- Moderate relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Essential Requirements
Educational and Professional Experience
- Qualifications equivalent to either an HND/HNC in Building/Construction or equivalent industry experience.
- Ability to drive competently.
- Detailed understanding of landlord duties on repairs and maintenance (compliance, legislation, construction).
- Knowledge of Health & Safety within construction, including risk assessments.
- Confidence in using survey equipment to diagnose building hazards, particularly damp-related deficiencies.
- Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office suites and Aveva EAM. or similar asset management systems.
- Extensive knowledge of housing management and construction standards in social housing.
Additionally, candidates who have:
- Experience building and surveying.
- Managed smaller-scale development projects.
- Provided technical assistance to contractors on construction contracts and capital works.
Key Skills
- Risk assessment and proactive solutions for technical issues.
- Negotiation with contractors to achieve optimal costs and schedules.
- Constructive report-writing for asset-related administration.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Membership in professional trades bodies like RICS, RACMA, or BSc qualifications.
- Familiar with contract forms and templates within the construction industry.
Essential Behavioural Traits and Values
- Embrace Leeds City Council's commitment to Inclusive Growth, Health & Wellbeing, Zero Carbon.
- Maintain a Values & Code of Conduct aligned with associated professional conduct.
- Prioritize Health & Safety awareness at all times.
- Seek continuous improvement through ongoing training opportunities.
- Maintain a supportive, patience and inclusive workplace culture.
- Understand council policies and practices in terms of equal opportunities and anti-discrimination.
Note: This description does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
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