Scaffold Inspector

Oak Scaffolding Ltd; Horsham; In loco; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Diverse range of projects across the-S

Descrizione del lavoro

Oak Scaffolding Ltd in Brighton is seeking an experienced Scaffolding Inspector to join our growing team. You will inspect all scaffolding on sites to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with legislation and company procedures.

You will monitor design and certification, record inspections, advise on systems, and provide practical guidance to site crews. The role requires independence across multiple sites and a proactive, safety-first approach.

Competenze

• Previous experience as a Scaffolding Inspector within the construction or scaffolding industry.
• Strong understanding of scaffolding legislation and health and safety requirements.
• Excellent knowledge of scaffold inspection procedures and industry best practice.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites.

Mansioni

• Inspect scaffolding on construction sites to ensure compliance with current legislation, industry standards and company procedures.
• Monitor design and certification of scaffolding structures.
• Carry out scaffold inspections before first use, after alterations, and at regular intervals.
• Assess condition of scaffolding materials and remove damaged components.
• Ensure inspections are recorded accurately and maintained for statutory requirements.
• Advise on suitability of specialist scaffolding systems and ensure they meet project and health and safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on scaffolding works to site teams and contractors.
• Ensure scaffold materials are identified, maintained and stored safely.
• Calculate counterweights for heavy-duty suspended scaffolds when required.
• Review scaffold designs considering loading, tie patterns, fall protection and access.
• Supervise scaffold erection where required.
• Inspect mobile scaffolds and monitor their safe use across sites.
• Complete daily inspection reports and maintain documentation.

Conoscenze

Scaffolding inspection

Health safety

Independent worker

Site coordination

Descrizione del lavoro

Oak Scaffolding is looking for an experienced Scaffolding Inspector to join our growing team. Based in Brighton and working across sites throughout the South East, you'll play a key role in ensuring all scaffolding operations meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and expanding scaffolding contractor, working on a wide range of commercial, industrial, and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

As a Scaffolding Inspector, you will:

Inspect all scaffolding on construction sites to ensure compliance with current legislation, industry standards, and company procedures.

Monitor the design and certification of scaffolding structures in accordance with relevant specifications.

Carry out scaffold inspections before first use, following alterations, and at regular intervals.

Assess the condition of scaffolding materials, removing damaged or defective components from service.

Ensure scaffold inspections are recorded accurately and maintained in line with statutory requirements.

Advise on the suitability of specialist scaffolding systems and ensure they meet project and health and safety requirements.

Provide technical guidance on scaffolding works to site teams and contractors.

Ensure scaffold materials are correctly identified, maintained, and stored safely.

Calculate counterweights for heavy-duty suspended scaffolds where required.

Ensure full compliance with HSE regulations and industry best practice.

Review scaffold designs, considering loading requirements, tie patterns, fall protection, support systems, and access arrangements.

Supervise scaffold erection where required.

Inspect mobile scaffolds and monitor their safe use across all sites.

Complete daily inspection reports and maintain accurate documentation.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

Previous experience as a Scaffolding Inspector within the construction or scaffolding industry.

A strong understanding of current scaffolding legislation and health and safety requirements.

Excellent knowledge of scaffold inspection procedures and industry best practice.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

The ability to work independently across multiple sites.

A proactive and safety-focused approach.

What We Offer

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

A supportive, experienced team environment.

The opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the South East.

Our Commitment to Equality & Inclusion

• We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to eliminating discrimination in all its forms.
• We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.
• If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will make every effort to support you.
• We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our business and enables everyone to reach their full potential