Property Asset (Housing) Operations Officer

Dover District Council has an exciting agenda to deliver first class public services, putting our residents at the heart of everything we do. From building new, affordable homes to exciting regeneration schemes. A career with Dover District Council offers you the opportunity to excel.   

As an employer, Dover District Council is proud to provide a supportive, friendly, diverse and flexible working environment in which our employees can thrive. We have a team of enthusiastic employees, delivering services they are passionate about. 

The Role & Responsibilities:  

Working within the Property Assets team and reporting to the Principal Compliance Officer, this role supports the council in ensuring housing and corporate buildings meet statutory health and safety requirements and internal policies. 

The postholder will help deliver 100% compliance by maintaining accurate service records, asset registers and compliance trackers, and ensuring data management systems are kept up to date. The role also involves producing reports to support monthly performance figures, KPI monitoring and operational oversight. 

Financial administration is a key part of the role, including raising purchase orders and maintaining budget forecasts across multiple service areas. 

This role suits someone who is organised, detail‑focused and able to work proactively within a busy team, with a strong commitment to delivering safe, compliant property services. 

The successful candidate will fit seamlessly into our busy team, sharing in our commitment to deliver excellence.   

Who We Are Looking For 

• Maths and Enlgish Grade 4/ GCSE or Equivalent (Essential)

• Experience of administrating contracts   

• Finance experience (Desirable)  

• An understanding of compliance, statutory landlord obligations and associated legislation (Desirable)  

• Previous experience of working in a fast-paced administration role preferably within an asset management or compliance environment  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and asset management/finance systems (Essential)

• High attention to detail and accuracy with a methodical thorough work approach  

 This role requires current full driving license effective in the UK and use of a motor vehicle for business use, or the ability to get to sites in a timely manner equivalent to motor travel in your own car. 

What Can We Offer? 

We can provide a friendly and supportive environment for you to excel in. We also offer several employee benefits, subject to eligibility criteria, such as: 

• Benenden Healthcare Membership and Employee Assistance Program 
• Opt-in Local government pension scheme with the opportunity for staff to make advanced, voluntary contributions (AVCs) to top up their pension  
• Generous annual leave provision 
• Discount scheme including reduced membership rates at the local leisure centre 
• On-site parking 
• Generous salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to eligibility)

The quality of your application will be considered as part of the recruitment process. 

For an alternative format, or to apply using a different method, please contact us. 

What Next? 

If you would like a further discussion about the post then please email Jenny.becket@dover.gov.uk 

Interviews to be held on TBC. We reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates throughout the recruitment process.  

Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate is identified.