We are seeking a highly motivated and capable individual to support our domestic retrofit agenda and help drive the borough towards a more sustainable future. As Retrofit Project Officer, you will lead the design and delivery of housing retrofit initiatives across the borough, coordinate projects involving measures such as solar PV, external wall insulation, heat pumps and heat networks.
Requirements
- Hold a relevant construction, housing or building-related degree, HND level qualification, or substantial equivalent experience.
- Retrofit Co-ordinator qualification completed or currently underway.
- Knowledge of building construction, refurbishment and housing defects, including the ability to identify remedial works and review retrofit specifications.
- Knowledge of project management in the housing or construction sector, with a well-organised approach to planning and delivery.
- Knowledge of funding sources and financial regulations relating to housing retrofit projects.
- Ability to interpret complex technical reports, funding bids and grant conditions, and to prepare clear monitoring reports and briefing notes.
- Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to provide clear advice and information to residents, landlords, partners and contractors.
- Ability to undertake unsupervised visits to homes and sites across the borough and support project monitoring on site as required.
- Negotiation, organisational and analytical skills to help deliver projects on time, to budget and to agreed standards.
- A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to continuous improvement.
- A valid UK driving licence and access to transport for site visits across the borough.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional leave after five years of continuous local authority service.
- Concessionary days and flexible working arrangements.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Training and progression opportunities linked to qualifications, performance and service need.
