Property Inspector

Property Inspector

Edinburgh – Salary Guide: £27,000 to £30,000 Depending on experience

(Plus Bonus & Car Allowance)

Our client, a city centre Letting/Property Management Agency, due to on-going growth, is keen to secure a new member to join their busy, friendly team.

You must have a full clean driving licence, bags of common sense, offer great customer service and a positive, hard-working attitude.

The successful person will have an ‘eye for detail’, possess excellent communication and organisational skills together with strong area knowledge of Edinburgh and surrounding…

• Conduct property inspections
• Assist at times with void, check-in, check-out inspections
• Assess the condition of properties, identifying maintenance issues, health and safety risks, and compliance concerns
• Ensure properties meet statutory requirements (e.g. gas safety, electrical safety, fire safety including smoke alarms)
• Take clear photographic evidence, detailed inspection notes and complete digital report

• Complete inspection reports accurately and within required timescales
• Record defects, hazards, and recommended remedial actions
• Update property management systems and maintain accurate records
• Escalate urgent issues appropriately

• Liaise with property managers, contractors, and landlords regarding required works
• Monitor completion of remedial actions following inspections
• Support compliance audits and regulatory inspections
• Assist with risk assessments and compliance checks

• Communicate professionally with tenants, landlords, and colleagues
• Arrange and confirm inspection appointments
• Provide clear explanations of findings and next steps where required

• Ensure all work is carried out in line with company policies and procedures
• Adhere to health and safety requirements at all times
• Travel between properties as required
• Undertake any other reasonable duties related to the role

Essential

• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
• Good IT skills
• Full UK driving licence
• A genuine ‘people person’
• Team player

Desirable

• Previous experience in property inspections, housing, facilities management, or a related field
• Good knowledge of property maintenance and basic building construction
• Customer service experience

• Excellent observational and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Organised with good time management
• Professional and approachable manner
• Ability to assess risk and prioritise actions