Asset Intelligence Data Officer (6-month FTC)

Salary £36,574. pa + benefits.

Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities

An inspiring past and a bright future

A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.

Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.

The role – Asset Intelligence Data Officer

We are looking for someone to join us on a fixed term basis to support our stock condition survey and data improvement activities.

As a Data Officer within the Assets & Sustainability Team you will work closely with Asset Intelligence colleagues to improve asset knowledge and support the maintenance of the organisation's Asset Management system.

You will be required to compile and deliver a stock condition survey programme and will have in-depth knowledge of stock condition databases and modelling tools. You will have overall responsibility for inputting and ensuring that accurate and high-quality data is uploaded into the asset management system.

What you’ll do

You will

• Support the delivery and day to day coordination of the stock condition survey programme(s) with an emphasis on stock quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Processing, validating, inputting and reviewing asset data in volumes with an emphasis on accuracy and integrity.
• Producing asset reports in a variety of formats and provide assurance that Keystone is accurate and reflective of the most up to date information.
• Present information and evidence for asset investment opportunities through analysis of the performance of the portfolio.
• Liaise with customers regarding survey visits, making appointments, responding to general enquiries and resolving customer concerns.
• Working with internal colleagues to monitor, manage and report on hazards relating to the property portfolio.

What you’ll need

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Knowledge of Keystone or similar housing asset management systems.
• Knowledge of Decent Homes and the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• An understanding of Energy Assessment procedures (SAP/RdSAP).
• A track record of delivering high performance and competency with housing data.
• You’ll need to be a confident communicator across a variety of audiences, including internal and external customers.

Our Values

Our core values are at the heart of how we work

• Take the lead
• Create energy
• Build trust
• Be generous
• Stay grounded
• Remember the little things

We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Our benefits to you

• Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.
• Competitive salary of £36,574.
• A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
• 2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days
• A pension scheme with contributions from 4% - 8% of your salary
• Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians
• Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase
• Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance
• Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more
• Free employee assistance programme
• Opportunities to join staff network groups
• Refer a friend bonus

We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role.

Tell us your story

We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the job description for Asset Intelligence Data Officer outlined above.

Closing date for applications: 23 September 2024

Interviews will be held: from 26 September 2024

Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.