Building Surveyor (Maintenance) for the United Reform Church (Thames North Synod Property Team)

Salary: £55,000 - £57,000

Location: Home-based with regular London/UK travel

Contract: Full-time

Closing Date: 18th January

Hays are working exclusively with Thames North Synod on this appointment.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Property Officer to join the Thames North Synod property team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert advice and hands-on support for property matters across the Synod, including development, repair, maintenance, sustainability enhancements, and refurbishment projects. You will play a key role in ensuring proposals for property development and related funding applications are well-researched and presented, enabling informed decision-making by the Resources Committee. Additionally, you will oversee Synod-owned investment properties-commercial, residential, and retirement housing-ensuring compliance with landlord responsibilities and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Property Team to deliver property services aligned with Synod mission objectives.
• Support churches in developing proposals for property development, refurbishment, and repair.
• Promote sustainability and ECO initiatives within the Synod.
• Manage building contracts and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Oversee maintenance of Synod-owned properties, including residential investment properties.
• Liaise with letting agents, insurance brokers, and contractors.
• Prepare reports for the Resources Committee and attend relevant meetings.
• Respond to emergency property issues and manage out-of-hours repairs.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Minimum HNC/HND in Building Surveying or Facilities Management.
• Hands-on experience in assessing feasibility and costs for building projects.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work with architects, surveyors, and contractors.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strategic thinking ability.
• Driving licence and own vehicle.

Desirable:

• Understanding of local church operations and networks in the building industry.

Additional Information

• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Enhanced DBS and safeguarding training required.

Interested? Apply now through Hays, who are working exclusively on this role.

For more information or to submit your application, please contact Molly Spencer at Hays Property Recruitment.

Closing date: 18th January.

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