Technical Officer

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Technical Officer to join our Repairs and Maintenance team.

Contract Terms: 35 hours per week (full time), permanent

Salary: £40,369 - £44,330, Grade E4-E1 + car allowance 

Location: Invergordon with hybrid working (weekly attendance to the office will be required)

Closing Date: Wednesday, 18th February 2026 at noon

Interview Date: 26th & 27th February 2026.

About the Role

Albyn Housing Society is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Technical Officer to provide support in delivering the repairs and maintenance service across Albyn Housing Society stock, ensuring tenants receive a high quality service and works are delivered in compliance with health and safety, EESSH, SHQS and other regulatory standards.

This hybrid position offers a mix of office and remote working, along with site visits across the Highlands.

The role includes a requirement to participate in the out‑of‑hours cover rota, providing support outside of normal working hours when required. This commitment is expected to be approximately three times per year and will be planned in advance wherever possible.

We’re looking for someone with…

• Trade or construction related qualification or equivalent experience.
• Good ICT Skills and the ability to manage a diverse workload.
• Experience in surveys and diagnoses of building related defects.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Understanding of bills of quantities, building contracts, technical drawings and specifications.
• A professional, calm and confident manner and values good governance.
• A full UK Driving License and access to personal vehicle.

About Albyn Housing Society

Albyn Housing Society is a progressive organization with a commitment to providing high-quality, affordable homes across the Highlands. We are proud of our customer-first approach and are always looking for innovative ways to deliver value for money. Our values—Being Caring, Being Professional, and Being Adaptable—are at the heart of everything we do. As a Technical Officer, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our property services while ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our tenants.

Alternative Job Titles you may have had are: Maintenance Officer, Repairs Officer, Maintenance Assistant

What we are Offering:  

We value our employees and offer many benefits including but not limited to:  

• Hybrid working – ‘Hub, Home & Roam’ 
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement 
• Development and training opportunities 
• Flexible working hours 
• Day one sick pay 
• Employee benefit discount scheme 
• Company pension scheme 
• Access to an employee assistance program available 24/7 
• Family friendly policies 

How to Apply:  

Candidates apply by submitting a completed application form or CV along with a cover letter to recruitment@albynhousing.org.uk, to demonstrate your skills, experience and knowledge, which are relevant to the Person Specification and Job Description. 

Application packs can be downloaded from our website https://www.albynhousing.org.uk/careers/ or, to have this e-mailed, please contact recruitment@albynhousing.org.uk  

For further information, please contact George Bradley on george.bradley@albynhousing.org.uk.