Job Title: Technical Support Officer Location: Belfast Hours: 37 Monday – Friday Salary: £19.32 Job Summary The Technical Support Officer will have responsibility for the co-ordination and completion of a programme of technical assessments which supports the delivery of the Social Housing Development Programme and its agreed performance objectives, including the production of reports and recommendations for actions. This role will require the Technical Support Officer to flexibly work within a dynamic environment as business activities continue to evolve to meet increasing levels of business demand. • To ensure an agreed programme of applications for Project Approval are technically assessed (taking account of Design Compliance, Costs and Value For Money) so as to facilitate required starts and associated budget expenditure within each financial year period. • Undertake pre-assessment discussions with Housing Association (HA) partners via ad-hoc meetings as necessary, in order to facilitate a timely scheme approval process. • Provide technical advice and assessment in response to queries from external partners such as (HA's/DfC/DoF) and NIHE colleagues (Place Shaping/Supporting People/Housing Services) as required. • Undertake audit of agreed sample of completed SHDP funded new-build schemes to ensure that completed schemes comply with proposals as approved by DPG (via site visits & As Built drawing checks). • To undertake ongoing learning and development opportunities and share knowledge to ensure consistent assessment of all funding approvals. • To ensure the completion of technical assessments to include new build, adaptations and other funding streams as required. • Build on existing partnerships working arrangements with DfC (Housing Investment and Housing Advisory Branch) and external stakeholders as appropriate. • Provide input into reviews and consultations exercises as directed by the Technical Standards Manager/Head of Development Services. • Contributing to the development and implementation of design standards, embracing best practice and innovation. • Ensure all project documentation is recorded and filed as per internal procedures. REQUIREMENTS: 1) A registered Architect or a graduate in Architecture with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience, or 2) BTEC Higher Cert/Diploma or equivalent in Architecture/Construction related discipline with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience. Exceptionally, candidates not holding the above level of qualifications but with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience may also be considered. Essential Candidates must demonstrate their relevant experience in all of the following areas: 1) Experience in Housing Scheme Design Process compliance (including compliance with relevant standards and/or funding criteria). 2) Experience of the Housing Scheme Development If you would like to be considered for this role or find out more, please email me your CV now by clicking on the link and I will be in touch. All details are treated in the strictest confidence. If this role isn't quite right for you but you would like to look for a new opportunity, please get in contact with us. Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details. Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.