Maintenance Inspector

New Forest District Council; Lyndhurst; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee assistance program

Job summary

New Forest District Council is seeking an experienced Maintenance Inspector to join our in-house team. You will carry out pre- and post-work inspections, monitor subcontractor performance, and help ensure homes are safe and well maintained.

You will diagnose damp and mould, report defects, and prepare written records for lettable standards; hybrid working available and local government pension.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting properties and reporting defects.
• Knowledge of damp and mould diagnosis, causes and remedies.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in housing maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Attend property inspection requests and diagnose defects.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and report on standards.
• Prepare written defect reports and schedules of works.
• Carry out proactive inspections to prevent damp and mould risk.
• Inspect empty homes and document outcomes and lettable standard.

Skills

Inspection skills

Construction knowledge

Damp and mould diagnosis

Health and safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification in building/construction or equivalent

Job description

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Job details

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? Ready to take the next step up in your career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Maintenance Inspector to join our dynamic team. As a valued member of our friendly and professional in-house workforce, you will play a key role in ensuring our homes are safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include carrying out pre- and post-work inspections, monitoring subcontractor performance, and supporting compliance with health and safety requirements across both tenanted and void properties.

Drawing on your industry knowledge and expertise, you will work closely with Area Supervisors and our skilled trades teams to assess workmanship, drive quality standards, and help deliver an outstanding service to our customers. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while working within a supportive and collaborative environment.

As one of four Maintenance Officers responsible for repair inspections, building pathology and defect diagnosis you will have a strong technical background in construction and experience in damp and mould diagnosis and remedy, preferably within the social housing sector.

What will my day look like?

You will attend property inspection requests within timescales set, liaising with Customers, other housing staff and property professionals to diagnose defects and building pathology and report defects that warrant action in accordance with the Council’s Maintenance and Repair Policy as well as the post inspection of work carried out by our in-house staff and sub-contractors.

You will carry out proactive and preventative visits and inspections to mitigate against the risk of damp and mould and have a good understanding of technical terms and damp and mould diagnosis including cause, effect and remedy covering leaks, rising and penetrating damp, cold bridging and condensation.

You will also positively engage and provide education to tenants on helpful ways of reducing condensation and mould in their homes. You will inspect empty homes and provide written reports on outcome standards, including HSSRS detailing schedules of necessary works to bring the property up to the required lettable standard.

You will undertake regular cyclical maintenance inspections of Council housing blocks, estates and communal shared facilities, providing inspection records and reporting any safety defects or maintenance work identified.

What’sin it for you?

As part of our commitment to being a supportive andpeople centredemployer, we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive both in and outside of work:

• 26 - 27days plus bank holidays, rising by anadditionalweek’s leave after 5 years of continuous local authority service
• Hybrid working, with flexibility across our sites, and home working
• Local Government Pension Scheme, with theoptionof Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
• Employee Assistance Programmeoffering free 24/7 legal, financial, and personal wellbeing advice
• Employee discount schemewith savings across major supermarkets, retailers, restaurants, and leisure providers
• Cycle to Work Scheme, helping you save around 40percenton bikes and accessories
• Avalues‑ledorganisation, guided by our LEAF values (Learning, Empathy, Ambition, Fairness)
• Access to learning and development opportunitiesto support your growth
• A supportive, inclusive culture, where everyone is welcomed and valued

We are proud to be aDisability Confident Employerand offer a range of active staff networks, including:

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Group
• LGBTQ+ Network
• Women’s Network
• Early Careers Network
• Neurodiversity Network

About us

At NFDC we recognise that every colleague - whether in operational, frontline, oroffice‑basedroles - plays a vital part in deliveringhigh‑qualityservices to our communities. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel valued for the work they do and the strengths they bring.

We aim to foster a culture where people feel confident to share ideas, contribute theirexpertise, and develop through meaningful conversations with their managers and supported learning opportunities. Whilst we have our corporate values,LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness , we understand that different teams work indifferent ways, and we want our values to be lived in ways that make sense locally while staying true to our shared purpose as an organisation.

We want colleagues to thrive, which is why we promote wellbeing, balance, and opportunities for learning and progression. Our values guide how we work together and how we support each other to be confident, capable, and adaptable.

Please note:You’lllikely beaware that as part of the ongoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), the current organisation will transition into a new operating structurefrom1 April2028. It is important that applicants understand how this may affect their employment should they be successful. You will find attached a useful LGR update sheet at top of this advert.

Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.

If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to delivering excellent public services, and looking for a place where you can develop and continue to grow, we would be delighted to receive your application.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Sam Grant Reactive Repairs supervisor email: [e-mail] Phone:[phone]

Please note this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Applicants must declare any relevant convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings that are not protected by law.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use AI tools to assist with completing their application. Please bear in mind it’s important that your application remains an accurate and honest reflection of your own skills, experience, and achievements. Please ensure that any content generated or supported by AI truly represents you and your capabilities, as this will form the basis of our assessment throughout the recruitment process

Closing Date: 11pm Sunday 6th September 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 15th September 2026