Housing Technical Officer (DFGs) - CMB2203e

Cumbria; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking Housing Technical Officers to provide technical services related to Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). Candidates will conduct property inspections, manage stakeholder meetings, and prepare costed work schedules. This temporary position offers a salary of £38,220 to £39,152 per annum and embodies values of collaboration, compassion, and innovation. The role requires a BASIC DBS check and offers guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical role related to housing or property.
• Understanding of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) requirements.
• Ability to liaise with contractors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical services for grants across Cumberland.
• Inspect and assess properties for DFG applications.
• Prepare costed schedules and liaise with customers.

Skills

Technical case management

Property inspection

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Housing Technical Officer (DFGs) x 2

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Location: Cumberland Offices in West Cumbria

Contract: Temporary (12 Months)

Salary: £38,220 to £39,152 per annum

About This Opportunity

• Provide services of a technical or specialist nature on behalf of the Council across the west and south of the Cumberland administrative area.
• Play a specialist technical and case management role that includes inspection and assessment of properties to facilitate Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) where grant applications have been received, and ensure they meet the requirements of the Occupations Therapist’s recommendations.
• Prepare a costed schedule of works, specify items to be grant aided and liaise with contractors on behalf of customers where requested.
• Take the lead role in facilitating regular meetings with key stakeholders, oversee works and meet with contractors to monitor and manage performance and quality of works undertaken by the Contractor.
• Sign off completed works and prepare paperwork to enable the budget holder to approve and authorise payments.

Who We’re Looking For

Individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We also focus on potential over perfection and help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Contact

For more information or to arrange an informal chat before applying, contact Amanda Starr by email at [e-mail].

DBS Checks

This role requires a BASIC DBS check.

Guaranteed Interviews

Guaranteed interview offered to applicants who meet the essential criteria listed below:

• Disabled individuals as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Individuals in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Individuals who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re proud Disability Confident Leaders and Age Friendly Employers and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please inform the hiring manager or Resourcing Team by emailing [e-mail]. We will try to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview Information

Closing date: 12/01/2026 (role may close early subject to demand).

Interview date: TBC

Please Read The Supporting Information

• Post Specification

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