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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: 2025-173

Salary: £43,693 - £49,764

Duration: Permanent

Band: 7

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To lead and manage professional and technical learning & development for the Asset Management Directorate, working closely with senior stakeholders and the corporate Learning & Organisational Development team to achieve organisational business objectives. 

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: 2025-171

Salary: £36,124 - £41,511

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

Ensuring the effective commercial management of NIHE's assets, of high quality Planned Works and Compliance related investment to regions within the relevant area of operation.  Ensuring that the investment is planned effectively to maximise efficiencies, is affordable, matches NIHE's investment standards, is delivered to a high standard with minimal defects, and a high level of customer satisfaction is achieved. 

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: 2025-172

Salary: £36,124 - £41,511

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To be part of a team delivering ‘best in class’ service for our customers, the Civil Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Senior Civil Engineer within the Contract & Performance team in delivering a civil / structural / construction engineering consultancy service to all parts of the organisation at locations across Northern Ireland.

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: 2025-176

Salary: £36,124 - £40,511

Duration: Permanent

Band: 6

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To assist the Senior Project Manager in the strategic delivery of an effective regional based Major Adaptations Programme designing, managing and co-ordinating the delivery of Major Adaptations onsite in line with Occupational Therapists recommendations.

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: 2025-174

Salary: £31,586- £35,235

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To ensure adequate stocks of all necessary materials, plant and equipment are available and issued in accordance with procedures to meet customer and business needs 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: 2025-175

Salary: £31,586 - £35,235

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

To assist the Building Safety Information Manager in implementing digital technology solutions linked to the Asset Management IT System.  This is a pivotal role in coordinating all data collection, analysis and reporting on behalf of the department. 
The postholder will work with cross functional teams to ensure compliance information is accurate and managed in accordance with Data Governance requirements.  

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: 2025-165

Salary: £26,835 - £31,586

Duration: Permanent

Band: 4

Closing date: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 4:30pm

Job purpose: 

The Assistant HB Policy Officer will be responsible for the collation of data in relation to Local Housing Allowance and Local Reference Rents and will play a key role in maintaining an NI rent database. In addition, the postholder will support the work of the HB Policy Team. 

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: 2025-155

Salary: £51,802 - £61,609

Duration: Permanent

Band: 8

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

The Area Manager is responsible for the delivery of a front line, comprehensive housing service, within the Mid Ulster Area, and will lead and support their team to meet the needs of customers and other business objectives.

To contribute to the provision of a modern, professional and responsive service to support NIHE business delivery and 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: 2025-162

Salary: £43,693 - £49,764

Duration: Permanent

Band: 7

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

To take the day-to-day lead role in advising and guiding the Housing Executive in the prevention of and response to abusive behaviours towards staff, working in partnership with key stakeholders.  

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: 2025-168

Salary: £31,586- £35,235

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

To provide housing advice and assistance to people, who often have complex needs or are facing difficult circumstances with a focus on preventing homelessness.

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: 2025-169

Salary: £31,586- £35,235

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

To provide a customer and property focused housing allocation and letting service within a designated geographical area.

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: 2025-167

Salary: £26,835 - £41,511

Duration: Permanent

Band: 4/6

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

The Trainee Developer (IT) will assist the IT Lead/Senior Developers and the IT Systems Development Manager in the design, development and delivery of high-quality technology solutions that address business needs, and to work in collaboration with business and supplier teams as required in defined areas.

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: 2025-170

Salary: £26,835 - £31,586

Duration: Permanent

Band: 4

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 at 4.40pm.

Job purpose: 

The Senior Admin Officer is responsible for providing assistance and support with maintaining the relevant systems to support effective Rent and Rates Assessment.

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: 2025-1

Salary: £31,586 - £35,235 per annum with call out and standby allowances (plus 19% employer pension contribution)

Duration: Permanent

Band: 5

Closing date: Thursday 25 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 conducting electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and diagnostics in Housing Executive properties and carry out health and safety testing of equipment, while upholding safety guidelines and complying with all applicable Codes and Regulations in line with our vision and values as outlined below.

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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