Voids Officer DLO

Location Norfolk
Discipline: Social Housing
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £51400
Contact name: Neil Hand

Contact email: nhand@karterthomas.co.uk
Job ref: 37872
Published: 11 days ago
Startdate: 21/12/2025

Voids Officer

Location: Norfolk (Field-based)
Salary: £51,400
Hours: 37 per week, Monday–Friday
Contract: Permanent

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Voids Officer to lead and manage a large trade team within our clients Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). This role is pivotal in delivering a high-quality void refurbishment programme, ensuring empty homes are brought up to standard efficiently and cost-effectively. You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement across the voids service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate a large in-house trade team (16+ staff) to deliver void works.

  • Conduct full property surveys (pre- and post-inspections) and specify required works.

  • Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and foster a positive safety culture.

  • Monitor performance, budgets, and quality standards to achieve value for money.

  • Resolve complaints and contractual issues effectively.

  • Prepare estimates, tender documentation, and manage works orders.

  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the voids service.

  • Participate in the out-of-hours management rota (including weekends).

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to manage a busy, reactive workload.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

  • Commercial awareness and sound judgment in decision-making.

  • Experience managing voids and repairs services to a high standard.

  • Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams in a complex environment.

  • Knowledge of housing legislation, health and safety regulations, and best practice.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • HND in Building Construction/Surveying or equivalent.

  • Professional qualification (e.g., CIOB or RICS) desirable.

  • NEBOSH Certificate or similar in Health & Safety desirable.

  • Full UK driving licence and business-use insurance.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.

  • 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 days over 5 years).

  • Generous pension contribution.

  • Access to employee rewards and discounts.

  • Training and development opportunities.

  • Autonomy to make decisions and deliver results.