Maintenance Inspector

The role will include inspecting properties and related assets to identify repair work that is required to ensure tenants’ houses remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose. You will also be required to carry out work in support of the planned works and compliance team, and work within a team who are responsible for responsive repairs, general maintenance and void work across the district.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties and assets to identify repair work needed.
• Support the planned works and compliance team.
• Manage multiple repairs from initial inspection and diagnosis through to post-inspection.
• Work directly with tenants, leaseholders and contractors to deliver an effective and customer-focused maintenance service.
• Maintain responsiveness to repairs, general maintenance and void work across the district.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and use a vehicle for business purposes.
• Undergo an Enhanced DBS check as part of pre-employment clearances.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of building defects and ability to diagnose issues accurately.
• Ability to specify appropriate remedial works.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good understanding of construction techniques and building maintenance.
• Experience working within a team of technical and non-technical staff.
• Experience of working in the public sector (desirable).
• Relevant Building/Surveying qualification (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave.
• Flexible working hours – 37 hours per week with a hybrid working arrangement, pattern to be agreed with line manager.
• Opt‑in local government pension scheme, with the opportunity for staff to make Advanced Voluntary Contributions.
• Benenden Healthcare membership and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discount scheme, including reduced membership rates at the local leisure centre.
• On‑site parking.
• Bike/Car salary sacrifice schemes (eligibility criteria applies).

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