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Hillcrest Homes is recruiting for a Property Officer

About the Department

The Asset Management Team is part of the Property Department and works across all companies within Hillcrest. Our main purpose is to ensure all residential and commercial properties are managed and maintained in compliance with statutory and legislative requirements and for ensuring the delivery of high-quality effective asset investment services.

About the Role

The Peripatetic Property Officer (PPO) will be responsible for providing an efficient and effective estate management and inspection service for Hillcrest tenants including social rented and mid-market rent properties. This will include, dealing with customers, complaints and providing reports in line with relevant policies and procedures. The PPO will join a rota of Officer Staff to provide out-of-hour support to our trades teams and initial attendance at emergencies.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following criteria:

• Qualified to a relevant SCQF Level 7 or equivalent professional qualification. Candidates with relevant professional experience will also be considered for this role.
• Experience and knowledge of the social and mid-market housing sector
• Experience of using Microsoft packages and computer systems, including experience of using housing databases
• Experience of working in property management and knowledge of building construction;
• Experience and knowledge of damp, mould and condensation issues and diagnosing remedial actions in accordance with Scot Gov legislation
• Awareness of health and safety, legal and statutory matters relating to property maintenance
• Be able to evidence strong, effective written and verbal communication skills;
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships;
• Able to demonstrate Planning and Organisational skills, including working on own initiative and prioritising workloads to meet targets;
• Technical construction knowledge and able to diagnose construction faults.
• Ability to use a problem-solving approach to respond positively to enquiries.
• Valid Driving Licence, with access to your own vechicle and ability and willingness to travel across our housing stock as needed

About the Benefits

Our people are our greatest asset, and alongside a rewarding career, you will have access to a wide range of benefits including generous annual leave, pension scheme options, employee discounts and wellbeing support. Click below to find out more.

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Hillcrest are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the people we support. All roles are subject to thorough pre-employment checks including references, and a Disclosure Scotland check or PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those we support. All employees are expected to uphold our values and adhere to safeguarding policies and standards throughout their work.