Estate Inspector

Guildford Borough Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental authority in Guildford is seeking a dedicated Housing Estate Inspector. This role involves conducting inspections, reporting issues, and ensuring high standards in property management. The successful candidate will have strong communication and customer service skills, a valid driving license, and a proactive attitude. This position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. There is an opportunity to use a van, adding convenience to the role.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Impact in the housing sector

Use of a Van

Qualifications

• Previous experience in property/Estate management or a related field.
• A valid driving license is required.
• Good understanding of safeguarding issues around vulnerable adults and children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of Estates as the on-site point of contact.
• Report repairs or health & safety concerns and follow up.
• Produce comprehensive reports outlining issues and recommendations.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive approach to Estate Management

Job description

About the Role

As a Housing Estate Inspector, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of our Estates within the community, working closely with the neighbourhood team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site point of contact responsible for conducting inspections of our Estates
• Be responsible for carrying out regular scheduled inspections of internal and external areas on our Estates
• Report repairs or Health & Safety concerns and follow up
• Monitoring and recording performance of contractors
• Produce comprehensive reports outlining issues and recommendations
• We're looking for a dedicated Housing Estate Inspector to join our growing team, who is a forward-thinking individual with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and who has a can do attitude. You must be resilient, confident, like a challenge, have passion, and have a firm focus on excellent customer service. Previous experience in property/Estate management, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A valid driving license, A proactive approach to Estate Management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible attitude and attention to detail
• Strong customer service skills with ability to be firm but have empathy
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding issues around vulnerable adults and children

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a real impact in the housing sector
• Use of a Van

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help ensure high standards in the housing market, we want to hear from you.