Housing Quality & Compliance Inspector

Waltham Forest Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking a Clerk of Works to oversee planned works across its housing stock. The role focuses on high standards of quality, safety and value for money, with inspections, post-inspections and ongoing site monitoring.

You will liaise with contractors and internal teams to resolve issues, maintain records, and contribute to service improvements while ensuring resident satisfaction and compliance with housing standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in housing or legal fields, or equivalent experience in managing disrepair or litigation cases.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in legal and housing management

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and post-inspections to assess workmanship, materials and compliance with contractual specs and safety standards.
• Monitor active planned works sites to ensure standards are met and address issues early.
• Ensure compliance with Decent Homes Standards, Building Safety Regulations, and the Damp and Mould Policy through regular quality monitoring.
• Record and report substandard work or non-compliance and coordinate timely rectifications.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, findings and corrective actions in housing management systems.
• Provide clear technical feedback to contractors and operatives to drive improvements.
• Contribute to contractor performance reviews with evidence-based input.
• Identify trends and areas for quality improvements in responsive repairs.
• Engage with residents during inspections to address concerns professionally and promptly.

Education

Relevant qualifications in housing or legal fields

Job description

London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking a Clerk of Works to oversee planned works across its housing stock. The role focuses on high standards of quality, safety and value for money, with inspections, post-inspections and ongoing site monitoring.

You will liaise with contractors and internal teams to resolve issues, maintain records, and contribute to service improvements while ensuring resident satisfaction and compliance with housing standards.