Property Inspection Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Property Inspection Officer to join us!

This is a full-time, permanent office based role with a salary of £26,895 - £30,132 per annum.

About us

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Property Inspection Officer to join our Property Services team.

The Role

Reporting to the Corporate Estates & Facilities Manager, the Property Inspection Officer will carry out routine and responsive property inspections across the corporate estate and vacant properties, helping to identify hazards, defects, security concerns and basic maintenance issues. The role will support safe and compliant buildings through regular visual inspections, void property checks and routine compliance activities, whilst maintaining accurate inspection records and supporting timely follow-up actions across the service.

Your role will involve

Carrying out routine inspections across council buildings and vacant properties, identifying defects, hazards and security concerns

Supporting routine compliance activities including fire alarm and emergency lighting testing checks

Recording inspection findings, photographs and follow-up actions using council systems and inspection records

Raising work requests and escalating urgent hazards, defects or security concerns where required

Liaising with contractors, facilities staff and internal teams to support property inspections and access arrangements

What we are looking for

Experience carrying out property inspections, building checks, caretaking, facilities or maintenance-related activities

Good awareness of Health & Safety and the ability to identify and report hazards clearly and accurately

Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently and manage a varied workload across multiple sites

Experience using IT systems, mobile devices or databases to maintain accurate inspection records and reports

Good communication skills and a proactive, reliable approach to service delivery

What we offer

32 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements balanced with regular borough-wide site attendance and operational service delivery requirements

Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision

Free employee parking close to the offices

Give As You Earn scheme

Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement

Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information

Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates

15 – 17 June 2026

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Gary Ellis, Corporate Estates & Facilities Manager on gary.ellis@rbwm.gov.uk