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A place for everyone

Our people are at the heart of the service we deliver.

As an employee of the Northern Ireland Housing Executive you will be part of a diverse, inclusive and supportive team, working to transform people’s lives and deliver innovative housing solutions.

Who we are

NIHE logoStrategic Housing Authority

Pound sign and coins.


£1.2 billion annual budget

Houses


83,000 homes

People


159,000 tenants

Staff pass and people icon.3,200 staff 

Organisational structure iconFive directorates

Buildings iconOffices across Northern Ireland 

Investors in People logoInvestors in People accredited organisation

A place to fulfil your potential

Since 1971 we have been delivering housing solutions and building communities across Northern Ireland.

With job opportunities across our five directorates – Housing Services, Asset Management, Finance, Audit and Assurance, Corporate Services and Regional Services – we have a career to suit you.

By finding your place with us, you will have the opportunity to fulfil your potential, to learn and develop and have a valued, varied and challenging career. We offer diverse and challenging job roles and the opportunity to move into different disciplines.

Your career can evolve alongside your ambition.

A place for growth 

We are a flexible and inclusive employer offering great career pathways; enabling you to reach your full potential. 

We offer:

  • The opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives
  • Varied career pathways and development opportunities
  • Competitive salaries and an attractive pension scheme
  • Excellent conditions, generous leave provision and a flexible approach to work
  • A wide range of health and well-being benefits

The Housing Executive is one of the largest housing bodies in the UK and we provide a service that helps to change people’s lives through housing. 

We employ more than 3,000 people across Northern Ireland, and in May 2018 we became first large public sector organisation in Northern Ireland to gain Investors in People Silver Level Award in respect of the new IIP assessment framework.

In November 2024, Investors in People awarded the Housing Executive its prestigious “We invest in people” Gold accreditation. This makes us the largest public sector organisation in Northern Ireland to hold the ‘Gold’ level of accreditation.

Ready to find your place in our team?

Whether you are laying the foundation of your career or building on experience and skills, we have a place for you.

Find our current career opportunities listed below.

To apply now, visit our: 

Careers portal


Current career opportunities

Job reference: 2025-217

Salary: £45,091- £51,356

Duration: Permanent

Band: 7

Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To support the Head of Performance Growth and Change in leading and delivering strategic business improvement initiatives across NIHE Direct’s Maintenance Services, driving operational efficiency, service excellence and continuous improvement. The post holder will champion innovation, manage change and support the development of a high performing, customer focused maintenance service in line with NIHE Direct’s Business Objectives and NIHE vision and values.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-214

Salary: £37,280 - £42,839

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: 4th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The Health & Safety Advisor (Construction) will be part of a team that delivers a comprehensive Construction Health & Safety service providing advice, guidance and support to senior / line management and staff across the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE),

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-218

Salary: £37,280.00 - £42,839.00

Duration: FTC 24 Months

Band: 6

Closing date: 

Job purpose: 

Reporting to the Systems Support Manager in HSCU, the post holder/s will be responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of a number of strands relating to Housing Services work in the area of Systems Support.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website  or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-219

Salary: £37,280- £42,839

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within NIHE Direct’s Maintenance Services to ensure provision of an efficient, customer focused service that delivers value for money and tenant satisfaction. The post holder will identify, develop and implement business process improvements that enhance operational performance, and in line with NIHE Direct’s Business Objectives and NIHE’s vision and values.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-220

Salary: £37,280- £42,839

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To lead on the identification of training needs, and the development, implementation and review of a training plan and training programmes for NIHE Direct, within the Asset Management Directorate, working closely with senior stakeholders and the corporate Learning & Organisational Development team to achieve organisational business objectives in line with our vision and values.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-221

Salary: £37,280 - £42,839

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: 11 December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The postholder is responsible for providing a professional quantity surveying service, a suite of funding schemes across the private housing sector. These schemes are aimed at improving housing standards, improving energy efficiency and reducing fuel poverty and enabling persons with a disability to live as independently as possible and to remain in their home.  

As a member of the Grants Improvement and Development Team, the postholder will ensure a professional, proactive, customer orientated, and high-quality technical service is provided to our customers and stakeholders and that funding is processed in compliance with policies and procedures. 

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website  or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-213

Salary: £32,597 - £36,363

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: 4th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The Technical Officer plays an integral role within a local grants area office in the delivery of technical aspects of applications for a suite of funding schemes across the private housing sector.  These schemes are aimed at improving housing standards, improving energy efficiency and reducing fuel poverty and enabling persons with a disability to live as independently as possible and to remain in their own home. 

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website  or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-216

Salary: £32,597 - £36,363

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: 4th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The Research Officer will be responsible to the Senior Research Officer for the design, implementation and management of research projects as directed, and the supervision of the activities of staff engaged in the collection and collation of statistical information. They will also engage with the commissioning agent and summarise research findings in a digestible format.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website  or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-223

Salary: £32,597 - £36,363

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: 11 December 2025 at 4:30pm.

Job purpose: 

The post holder will be responsible for providing support to the Financial Accounting team by assisting in the completion of the NIHE Annual Report and Accounts, maintaining accurate records, collation of financial information and preparation of financial reports and bank reconciliations. 

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-224 

Salary: £32,597 - £36,363 

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The post holder regarding all NIHE property tenures will provide an audit, inspection and measurement service for governance and management of Electrical Safety, including the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) programme and contracts, as well as completion of remedial works, to ensure the NIHE is fully compliant with its statutory and regulatory duties to its customers, employees, and third parties. Ensuring the Housing Executive’s Policies, and Procedures for Electrical Safety are monitored and implemented.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-215

Salary: £27,694 - £32,597

Duration: Permanent

Band: 4

Closing date: 4 December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To process, and where appropriate approve, grant applications for all Affordable Warmth, Boiler Replacement and Private Sector Grants schemes, in a timely and effective manner through engagement with relevant stakeholders.

The post holder will be responsible for the processing of applications from first contact to payment of grant including authorisation of grant approvals and payments.

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

Job reference: 2025-222

Salary: £27,694- £32,597

Duration: Permanent

Band: 4

Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To contribute to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive service to support NIHE business delivery by all plumbing work in Housing Executive properties while upholding safety guidelines and complying with all applicable Codes and Regulations in line with our vision and values. 

Further information, including detailed job requirements and application form, is available from this website or by:

Telephone: 03448 920 900

Email: recruit@nihe.gov.uk

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