Repairs Inspector

Location: Brinsworth

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Repairs Inspector to join our team. In this role, you will carry out inspections across the Group's housing stock, both before and after repairs, maintenance and refurbishment works. You will work closely with Delivery Co-ordinators and Works Planners within the Delivery and Planning (R&M) Team to ensure all projects are planned, delivered and completed in line with the required specifications.

You will also play a key role in assessing repair, maintenance and refurbishment needs across the organisation. Please note that this is a field-based role covering the Yorkshire and Calderdale portfolio. Together Housing Group:
We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. Diversity & Inclusion:
As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - Equality and diversity - Together Housing Group Requirements Outline of

Key Responsibilities in the Repairs Inspector role Develop a clear understanding of the Group's repair, maintenance and refurbishment requirements. Assess the current position and scope of required or completed works. Work alongside the Delivery and Planning (R&M) Team to identify required work orders, ensuring all works meet the Group's standards and are delivered safely, on time and within budget. Monitor the performance and quality of both in-house teams and, where necessary, contractors and sub-contractors.

Issue instructions and certificates to contractors in line with contractual requirements. Contribute to the development of team objectives and targets within the Delivery and Planning (R&M) Team. Regularly review policies and procedures relating to the Repairs and Maintenance service. Recommend improvements to ensure efficient and effective service delivery. Research new materials and components, assessing suitability and cost effectiveness. Prepare material costings and place orders where required.

Prepare and order works as needed, ensuring compliance with statutory legislation. Maintain accurate and detailed site records, including site conditions, work progress, performance, labour allocation and reporting on budget risk. Liaise with Tenant Liaison Officers to support tenant consultation and selection of key components for refurbishment schemes, where required. Attend Tenants' Association or Tenants' Group meetings when requested. Visit sites regularly to ensure contractors and sub-contractors follow drawings and specifications and maintain high standards of workmanship and quality.

Ensure projects progress within required timescales. Maintain, analyse and report on Key Performance Indicators. Where required, issue instructions and certificates, attend handover meetings and oversee contract variations. We Are Looking for Someone Who Has Proven experience of conducting domestic property inspections Experience assessing maintenance and refurbishment requirements Proven experience delivering work on time and within budget (Desirable) Knowledge of current building policy and practice, including the Decent Homes Standard, Housing Health and Safety Rating System, and Asbestos Regulations Strong analytical skills Relevant Construction Industry qualification NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant discipline Full driving licence Hold a HSSRS Qualification or be willing to work towards qualification (Desirable) Benefits In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the role Starting salary of £36,568 Please note that this is a field-based role covering the Yorkshire and Calderdale portfolio.

Personal use of the company van 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years' service)  bank holidays You will work a total of 37 hours per week , scheduled between 08:00 and 19:30 across any five days from Monday to Saturday. The exact schedule will depend on business needs at the time. However, to give an idea, a typical working week may be Monday to Thursday from 08:00 to 16:00 and Friday from 08:00 to 15:30 .

Please note that this is subject to change based on business requirements. Attractive pension schemes - Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) To explore the full range of our award-winning benefits, please click on the link and ensure that you review all that we have to offer - Employee Benefits Link THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received.

Therefore, please apply without delay! Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form. Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of…