Property Inspector (Mechanical)

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members , and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment. Job purpose/about the role The Property Inspector (Mechanical) role is responsible for assessing the condition, safety, and compliance of mechanical systems within properties under the remit of Corporate Landlord. The role typically involves conducting detailed inspections of HVAC systems, plumbing, boilers, fire suppression equipment, ventilation, pumps, and other mechanical installations to ensure they meet regulatory standards and operate efficiently. The post holder will be required to collaborate on a regular basis with building users, contractors, and maintenance teams to support safe operations and

• Technical and specialist knowledge gained through qualification at SVQ Level 3/HNC
level/Apprenticeship or equivalent.
• A valid UK driving licence.
The postholder is able to demonstrate: The post holder should demonstrate skills and experience in the following
• Identifying defects, inefficiencies, operational risks, and non-compliance.
• Reviewing specialist contractor documentation, maintenance logs, and certificates.
• Identifying hazards and escalate appropriately.
• Ability to challenge poor workmanship or non
- compliant practices.
• Reading and understanding schematics, O&M manuals, technical drawings, and
specifications.
• Ensuring contractor delivery aligns with risk assessments, method statements, and
safe systems of work.
• Verifying contractor work meets agreed scope and service agreements.
• Use of Hard facilities Management systems, inspection apps, BIM data, or asset
registers.
• Problem solving and practical mindset when assessing property assets.
• Use of standard Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook).
• working within a team
• Effective communication with facilities teams, property managers, engineers,
contractors, designers and clients from a range of services and backgrounds.