Maintenance Officer

Maintenance Officer – Redditch

Location: Redditch, B98 (Must be driver to get to sites).

Salary: £20 per hour.

Full Time – Monday to Friday – 37 hours.

Contract: Initial 6 month contract – possibly beyond into 2027.

Role Overview

The Maintenance Officer will support a local authority in undertaking property condition inspections across a range of external assets, including garages, roads, forecourts, and general street scenes.

The role involves assessing the condition of infrastructure, identifying defects, and producing accurate reports to inform maintenance and repair works.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections of external assets, including paved areas, brickwork, and associated infrastructure


• Assess dilapidation, damage, and general condition of properties and surrounding environments


• Collect detailed condition evidence, including photographs and written notes


• Produce accurate and comprehensive Schedules of Condition


• Undertake surveys using appropriate inspection techniques


• Compile findings into structured reports and spreadsheets


• Work independently when carrying out site visits


• Liaise with office-based administrative staff to support reporting and record management

Skills and Experience

• Minimum HNC/HND in Building Studies or equivalent relevant experience in property maintenance or inspection


• Practical understanding of:


• Basic Health & Safety legislation, including the Health & Safety at Work Act


• Preparation and application of Schedules of Condition


• Surveying techniques and inspection processes


• Ability to accurately record and present technical information in written reports


• Competent IT skills, including use of spreadsheets and reporting tools


• Full UK driving licence (required for site visits)

Working Arrangements

• Full-time – 37 hours per week


• Initial 6-month temporary contract


• Combination of site-based inspections and office-based work


• Equipment provided, including camera for inspections


• Supported by an experienced administrative team

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

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