About

• Make an Impact with BREEAM – Join a Growing Team
• As part of an exciting period of growth, we are launching an Assessment Centre intake for Technical Auditors, with the BREEAM team set to expand significantly over the next 12 months. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact, specialist team at a pivotal time in its development.
• We are seeking proactive, detail-orientated individuals to join our expert BREEAM team as Technical Auditors. You do not need prior auditing experience, what matters most are the key skills and background of an auditor: strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, clear communication and the ability to review evidence and apply BREEAM technical standards consistently.
• All candidates will first complete an online assessment, designed to test these core skills. Successful candidates will then be invited to take part in the assessment centre, where you will have the chance to demonstrate your abilities in a practical and interactive environment.
• Be part of a Global Leader in the Built Environment
• BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment.
• Your role at BRE
• This role supports the delivery of high-quality, science-based sustainability certification by conducting technical audits for a range of BREEAM schemes. As part of the Certification and Operations team within BPS, the role ensures consistency, accuracy and professionalism in all certification activities.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Conduct desktop-based technical audits of BREEAM assessments, liaising with translators when required
• Manage personal workload and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and turnaround targets
• Provide customer support via phone, email and live chat
• Maintain accurate records and update certification databases in line with operational procedures
• Support the onboarding and training of new team members and contribute to the professional development of colleagues
• Assist the leadership team in maintaining high performance standards and improving QA processes
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the team and certification operations.
• What we are looking for -
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, as well as confidence in being a quick learner for other in-house bespoke systems.
• BRE Benefits
• At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being and career development.
• Financial & Security Benefits
• Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
• Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
• Enhanced maternity package
• Health & Wellbeing
• HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
• Mixture of onsite facilities, dependent on location – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
• Career Development
• Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
• Professional membership reimbursement
• For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
• Work Location Options
• This is a hybrid role, with a mix of home and office working. You will need to be within commuting distance of our Watford or Glasgow office, attending in person at least one day per week.
• Our Recruitment Process
• Online Assessment
• Shortly after you apply, you’ll receive an email link to complete an online assessment with a document file package attached via email. This assessment takes around 45 minutes and will help us assess your experience and skillset for this position. Please take your time to complete this assessment and ensure you have access to the assessment materials before you begin, as they are intended to support your responses.
• Assessment Centre
• If you are successful in progressing to the Assessment Centre stage, you will need to be available on 3rd March between 9am-2pm. The Assessment Centre will be held virtually and provides an opportunity for you to showcase your skills in a practical and interactive setting.
• Onboarding
• Following the Assessment Centre, successful candidates will be offered the Technical Auditor position, subject to background checks and will be expected to be available to start between the 7th and 14th April.
• Note to Employment Agencies
• At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
• Equal Opportunities Statement
• BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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