Site Inspector

Arcus FM Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced overtime rates

Access to training academy

Discounts, vouchers and financial aid

Job summary

Arcus FM Limited is seeking a proactive Site Inspector on a 3‑month fixed term contract to support a national client. You will perform building condition surveys and logging data across thousands of sites, ensuring compliance and driving improvements in the tenant experience.

You will report findings using internal systems, review energy usage, and coordinate with tenants. A valid UK driving licence and multi-trade experience are essential for success in this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC in a building trade (preferred).
• Proven experience across multiple trades (essential).
• Experience in building surveys and remedial reporting (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct building condition surveys across a large portfolio of sites, identifying defects and recommending remedial actions.
• Record and report findings using internal systems; log utility data as required.
• Review energy usage at unoccupied or underused sites and ensure compliance with tenant documentation.
• Identify and address site misuse by tenants; carry out pre-handover inspections and scope remedial works.
• Plan and complete inspections across approximately 2,000 sites annually; coordinate visits with tenants.

Skills

Customer-facing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Team player

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds / BTEC in building trades

Job description

Why Join Us

Arcus FM are currently recruiting for a proactive and detail-driven Site Inspector to join our Account Management team, on a 3 month fixed term contract, supporting a leading national client.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a wide-ranging inspection programme across thousands of sites - helping to maintain high standards, ensure compliance, and improve the customer and tenant experience.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Salary - Up to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience (pro rota)
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rota)
• Enhanced overtime rates for additional earnings

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll be responsible for conducting building condition surveys across a large portfolio of railway arches, identifying defects and areas for improvement, and recommending appropriate remedial actions.

You'll record and report your findings using Arcus FM's internal systems while also capturing and logging utility data, such as meter readings where required.

A key part of your role will involve reviewing energy usage - particularly at unoccupied or underused sites and ensuring compliance by reviewing tenant documentation.

You'll also identify and address any misuse of sites by tenants, carry out pre-handover inspections, and scope out any necessary remedial works.

With responsibility for planning and completing inspections across approximately 2,000 sites annually, you'll work closely with tenants to arrange visits and ensure all relevant data is gathered accurately and on time.

What we're looking for

Qualifications & Experience:

• NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC in a building trade (preferred).
• Proven experience across multiple trades (essential).
• Experience in building surveys and remedial reporting (desirable).

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong background in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident in resolving issues on-site and maintaining professional relationships.
• IT literate - comfortable using databases, planning tools, and reporting systems.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to delivering outstanding service.

Why join Arcus:

We're an award-winning facilities management provider that values expertise and commitment. We actively promote from within and offer career progression opportunities across our nationwide operations. You'll also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including:

• Access to our industry-leading training academy
• Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Ready to make a difference in the world of facilities management?