Staff Vacancies

Hjaltland Housing Association employs a number of staff to enable it to do its job and we occasionally have vacancies in our team.

We advertise these on this website and elsewhere. A list of current vacancies, if any, is provided below, along with details of how you can apply.

The Privacy Notice for Job Applicants can be found here on our website.

Current Vacancies

Estate Support Worker

Estate Support Worker – Part Time Permanent Position (approx. 23 hours per week)

Salary on a scale TAS1 (Grade 1) £20,248 Pro Rota (£11.13 per hour inclusive of Island Allowance) in addition a car allowance of £1,472 plus mileage will be paid for the use of own vehicle.

In addition to the salary and allowance the Association operates a contributory occupational pension scheme.

The Estate Support Worker plays a key role as part of the Housing and Customer Services team. They will assist the Senior Technical Officer to provide an estate cleaning and snow clearing service to various schemes throughout the central mainland providing tenants with a quality service.

The successful applicant will be sensitive to the needs of our tenants, articulate, diplomatic, self-reliant and be able to work using their own initiative. A full driving licence and suitable vehicle are essential.

A mileage rate will be paid as required.

To discuss the role or request an application form and job description contact reception at Hjaltland Housing Association, 6 North Ness Business Park, Lerwick, ZE1 0LZ on 01595 694986 or mail@hjaltland.org.

Closing date for applications Friday May 27th at 5pm.

It is anticipated interviews will be held after week commencing 6 June 2022.

Hjaltland Housing Association is committed to equality and diversity and is an inclusive employer.

The Association is a registered Scottish Charity 031954

Please note the closing date for applications is Friday 27th May at 5:00pm

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