Working for the SGSA

Inspector

Closing date: 16 March 2025

Please read the full application pack before applying.

All applications must be submitted on the official form.

Return completed applications to: recruitment@sgsa.org.uk.

Summary

The SGSA is recruiting for the role of an Inspector.

SGSA Inspectors work from home and whilst covering a specific geographical area.  For this recruitment process, applications from those based in London or the South East are particularly welcome . However, this is not essential and all other applicants from outside London or the South East who meet the necessary standard will be considered, either for this role or for other similar roles as and when they arise over the next 12 months.   

The successful candidate will be expected to travel extensively and work flexibly.  This will include weekend/evening work for which time off in lieu will be given.

The key skills for an Inspector are:

• Interpersonal and influencing skills – Strong partnership working and stakeholder management experience and the ability to negotiate and influence, including in challenging circumstances. 
• Project management and record keeping – Proven understanding and experience of the use of project and programme management techniques, including risk management. Experience of auditing systems, processes and effective record management and writing reports to clients. 
• Making effective decisions – an ability to analyse evidence and take decisions, cognisant of the wider context in which you operate.
• Communication skills – Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to represent the SGSA to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Delivering a quality service – delivering at pace and to a high quality, prioritising competing workloads, helping to identify and deliver process improvements.