Are you looking for your next challenge in property inspection Rushcliffe Borough Council have an exciting opportunity a Property Inspector to join the team.
Location: Rushcliffe, NG2 7YG
Salary: £27,600 - £32,301 per annum (Salary on appointment will be dependent on your qualifications, experience and skills)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026 midnight
About Us:
Rushcliffe Borough Council provides high quality services to more than 110,000 residents in a borough made up of vibrant towns and stunning villages. Our Council offices are located in West Bridgford, Nottingham in a purpose-built office and leisure centre facility, Rushcliffe Arena.
Property Inspector - The Role:
Rushcliffe Borough Council is a modern, ambitious and high performing local authority and is seeking to recruit an experienced, capable and enthusiastic Property Inspector to complement its Property Services team, which manages the authority's extensive land and property assets in an efficient manner, always seeking to achieve the best outcomes and provide great customer service.
The role will involve extensive travel around the borough visiting various sites and properties to undertake surveys and inspect works which will occasionally involve climbing ladders and scaffolding.
Property Inspector - Key Responsibilities:
- To undertake planned/scheduled and ad hoc site inspections/visits to land and building assets
- Obtain and record detailed information on asset condition to inform reactive or planned maintenance activity
- Carry out site measurement or other survey work to obtain clear and accurate information
- Investigate or identify defects, obtaining relevant site information to enable diagnosis by colleagues remotely
- Determine whether assets are compliant in respect of Health and Safety legislation including fire safety, electrical and mechanical safety, asbestos and legionella control, and record findings
- Meet with residents, tenants, contractors, colleagues etc as required to discuss property related matters or conduct joint inspections
Property Inspector - You:
- ONC in Building Studies/Construction/Surveying/FM or similar qualification at NVQ Level 3
- Knowledge and understanding of modern and traditional building construction techniques and the various trade disciplines
- Knowledge of common mechanical and electrical building services systems and equipment and ability to identify features, controls and diagnose common issues
- Knowledge and awareness of general Health & Safety related to buildings in use and construction sites including HASAW Act and key regulations including CDM, control of asbestos at work, LOLER, electrical and fire safety, legionella etc
- They should be competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications and able to interpret plans and other building related documentation and also have a good knowledge of building construction, possibly obtained via a trade background
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal colleagues and external organisations and suppliers in a timely manner and using appropriate written, verbal and face-to-face means
Benefits of working for Rushcliffe Borough Council include:
- Working in purpose-built offices and reduced membership of the onsite leisure centre
- Free car parking
- Rushcliffe Rewards - save money across a range of retailers and leisure providers
- Generous annual leave and opportunities to buy and sell leave
- An opportunity to further your career with a high performing forward looking Authority with training to support CPD and personal development
- Local Government pension scheme
- A range of salary sacrifice schemes
Rushcliffe Borough Council supports flexible and part time working in line with the needs of the public that we serve and the business needs of the Council. We believe that embracing flexibility is a smart way of working and ensures we can find and support the mix of talent and experience we need. We are open to a chat about flexible working possibilities when you apply for a job with us.
Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026 midnight
Interviews: week commencing 12th January 2026
To submit your CV for this Property Inspector opportunity, click ‘Apply' now!
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