JOB DESCRIPTION We have an exciting opportunity for an Empty Homes Inspector to join the Guinness Property team to carry out pre and post inspections on void and tenanted properties prior to and on completion of works across Crewe and surrounding areas. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an Empty Homes Inspector to join the Guinness Property team. Reporting to the Service Manager, the successful candidate will carry out pre and post inspections on void and tenanted properties prior to and on completion of works across Crewe and surrounding areas across Cheshire East and West. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy working full time 39 hours per week Monday - Friday. Candidates must live within the local area to be able to reach all locations in a timely manner. What we're looking for We are a customer-focussed organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be experienced in carrying out detailed property inspections, you will also have great customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. You will also be able to demonstrate the below essential skills and experience: • Up to date knowledge of building construction, repairs, and safety legislation. • Up to date knowledge of housing sector best practice and relevant legislation. • Experience of repairs and Empty Homes management information systems. • Experience of delivering a high-quality service. • Sound knowledge of Health and Safety regulations. • Excellent knowledge of Schedule of Rates job specification. • Experience of recording data accurately onto handheld devices. • Extensive knowledge of building maintenance technical operations. • A full, clean current driving licence (held for at least 1 year). Essential Qualifications: • NVQ Level 3 (City & Guilds) Trade Qualification or equivalent recognised competency in the required trade. Desirable: • Site Safety (SSSTS). What we can offer you: • Salary £36,088 per annum full time, 39 hours per week Monday to Friday. • 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus option to buy and sell 5 days. • A generous contributory pension of up to 9% matching contributions. • Life Assurance 3 x salary. • Health care cashback plan. • Ongoing learning & career development opportunities. • Payment towards professional subscriptions. • Discounts portal to save money on various products and services. • Company vehicle - for work use only. Interview process: Face to Face Interviews to take place at our Crewe Office, on Thursday 19 th December 2024. If you're interested in joining us and would like to apply for this role, please review the role profile to view all the key responsibilities and to ensure you meet the essential criteria. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. INDTGP TJTGP ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing and care services in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 140,000 customers nationwide. Guinness Property, our in-house maintenance service, delivers repairs to 55,000 of our homes. Our national teams deliver rapid-response housing repairs, maintenance, and improvement services to ensure our customers' homes are safe and maintained to a high standard. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. ADZN1_UKTJ