Reactive and Voids Maintenance Inspector

New Forest District Council; Lyndhurst; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing and progression support

Job summary

New Forest District Council is seeking an experienced Maintenance Inspector to join the in-house team in Lyndhurst. You will conduct pre- and post-work inspections, assess building pathology, and monitor subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality repairs in tenanted and void properties.

You will work with area supervisors and trades teams, covering damp and mould diagnosis and remedy, aiming to maintain lettable standards while upholding health and safety commitments.

Qualifications

• Experienced maintenance inspector with focus on safety and compliance.
• Strong technical background in construction and damp/mould diagnosis.
• Experience in social housing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre- and post-work inspections of properties.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and report on workmanship.
• Support compliance with health and safety requirements across tenanted and void properties.
• Provide defect diagnosis and build pathology assessments.
• Engage with tenants to explain mitigation measures and reporting.

Skills

Maintenance inspection

Health & safety

Damp & mould diagnosis

Building pathology

Contractor supervision

Job description

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Job profile for Reactive and Voids Maintenance Inspector

Reactive and Voids Maintenance Inspector

Lyndhurst 11/10/2026

Job details

Salary £36,823 - £40,771 per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Region South Job category/type Housing Maintenance Date posted 22/09/2026 Attachments People strategy_document (1).pdf Maintenance Inspector Candidate Pack.pdf Local Government Reorganisation Information for Applicants.docx Customer Strategy - Customer Promise.pdf

Job description

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.

Are you passionate about providing safe, decent, energy efficient homes?

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:

• £36,823 - £40,771 per annum
• 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’ll likely be aware that there is a government mandate to deliver Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) to Hampshire and the Solent region, meaning a transition into a new operating structure from an agreed future date. This transition is currently paused following a recent government announcement, but 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.

Ifyou’reinterested

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

Foraninformal chatabout the role please contact Sam Grant Reactive Repairs supervisor email: [e-mail] Phone:[phone]

This post requires an Enhanced DBS check to be completed. You must include details and dates of ‘spent’ convictions, cautions and reprimands and final warnings.

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 11th October 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026