Stoke-on-Trent City Council,
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Housing Management
Location: Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre
Grade: Level 6
Salary: £28,598 - £31,022 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.
About us
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on-Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision. Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
The Role
The role of the Estates Officer is to provide an efficient, effective and responsive tenancy and estate management services on a range of housing management issues within a designated work area, in line with agreed policies and priorities of the council.
Key Responsibilities
* Support and advise Housing Manage staff on estate management and environmental issues in the designated area
* Carry out regular building inspections in communal areas, ensuring compliance with fire safety and health and safety regulations
* Undertake general grounds maintenance and minor repairs
* Maintain estate environments including paths, car parks
About You
* Have a flexible approach to work
* Excellent customer service skills
* Able to adapt to a changing environment and work under pressure
* Have good organisational skills
* Able to work well as part of a team
What we offer
* A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
* Hybrid and flexible working options
* An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
* Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
Pre-Employment Checks
* Right to Work in the UK
* Proof of address
* Satisfactory references
* Occupational Health Clearance
* Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
* DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include the items above. If you are currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation and apply, your application will receive priority and you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
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