Location
King St, London

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£42,060 per annum

About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Void Clerk of Works to oversee repairs and refurbishment works across our void housing stock. This is a key role ensuring that properties meet the Council’s lettable standards, statutory requirements, and our commitment to putting residents first.

As Void Clerk of Works, you will:
- Carry out site visits and inspections across void properties to ensure works meet specifications, drawings, legislation and Council standards
- Monitor contractor performance, checking quality, progress and compliance with health and safety requirements
- Identify defects, organise remedial works, and ensure issues are resolved promptly
- Measure and sample materials, record findings accurately, and prepare progress reports for stakeholders
- Attend site meetings and provide technical advice to contractors on quality control and contract interpretation
- Support the preparation of technical specifications, cost estimates and contract documentation
- Check and verify contractor invoices to ensure accuracy before payment
- Contribute to continuous service improvement and transformation initiatives

You will also play an important role in identifying disrepair in communal areas when attending sites, helping to maintain safe and accessible environments for residents across the borough.

This is an opportunity to directly impact the quality and safety of homes for our residents. You’ll be part of a service committed to high standards, strong contract management, and delivering value for money while maintaining compliance and quality at every stage.

If you’re ready to help ensure our properties are safe, compliant and ready to welcome new tenants, we’d love to hear from you.

Experience
- Strong knowledge of building repairs and construction standards
- Experience overseeing contractor performance and quality control
- A sound understanding of health and safety legislation within construction or housing repairs

About you
- Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with tenants, contractors, suppliers and internal colleagues
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as regular travel across the borough is required

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant building or construction qualifications would be advantageous.