What's involved with this role: JOB TITLE: Void Officer REF: Darlington 5273266 Pay rate: £17.79 per hour PAYE Valid driving licence and access to a car. Enhanced DBS check is required for this role The role: On behalf of a local council, we are seeking a Void Officer to be responsible for overseeing the Voids Procedure from survey to sign-off. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough inspections of void properties to assess their condition. Utilise professional experience and judgement to determine necessary repairs, ensuring compliance with the Council's Void Lettable Standard Identify and address health and safety risks, such as damp and mould. Raise job orders and coordinate with contractors for required repairs and maintenance. Manage the procurement and inventory of materials required for property refurbishment. Maintain and update systems and trackers to monitor the status and progress of void properties. Sign off properties once all work is completed to the required standard. Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations throughout all processes. What the client is looking for: Previous experience in a similar role within housing or property management, preferably with a background in project management is desirable In-depth knowledge of local housing policies and regulations is desirable Relevant qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS Certification, and a Level 3 qualification is desirable Valid driving licence and access to a car. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, and Teams. Strong organisational and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. How to Apply Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application. Submit your CV in Word format. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended. We will also add your details to our mail out lists. Please note you may receive details of roles outside of your immediate vicinity, as many candidates are able to relocate temporarily for work. Please disregard any such emails that are not of interest and let us know if you would rather not receive such mailouts and/or if you wish us to delete your details and prefer to apply direct to our advertised roles. If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us AD Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. "XI AD Please note that clients invariably ask us to strip out contact details from CVs before we submit them for consideration. This is always quicker and easier to do if you send your CV to us in Word format, rather than as a PDF please.