Building Surveyor Repairs

24 Days Old

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor (Repairs & Maintenance) to join a busy and customer-focused Maintenance Services team. This is a key role, directly contributing to the delivery of high-quality homes and excellent services for residents.
You will carry out internal and external inspections of occupied and void properties, diagnose defects, and specify appropriate remedial works. You will manage complex repairs and maintenance projects from inspection through to completion, working closely with residents, contractors and internal teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake routine and complex property inspections, including damp and mould surveys
Produce detailed work specifications, condition reports, cost estimates and recommendations
Manage complex repairs and maintenance projects, monitoring quality, value for money and customer satisfaction
Liaise effectively with residents, contractors and third parties throughout the works process
Handle and resolve complaints, including Councillor and MP enquiries, seeing issues through to completion
Support disrepair cases and associated site visits
Use NHF SORs and other systems to raise accurate work orders and reports
Manage budgets and variations in line with financial controls, authorisation limits and fraud prevention requirements
Liaise with loss adjusters and oversee insurance-related works (e.g. fire, flood and theft damage)
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation and best practice
Build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholdersWhat We’re Looking For
HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or a related discipline (or extensive relevant experience with a commitment to ongoing CPD)
Strong experience surveying a variety of housing stock, ideally within social housing or a similar environment
Proven ability to undertake complex inspections and produce clear, itemised specifications
Sound knowledge of construction methods, building pathology, housing and contract law
Experience of working with NHF SORs
Strong budget management and cost control experience
Excellent customer service skills with the confidence to manage complaints and sensitive cases
Good working knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance
Strong communication skills and experience managing contractors and contractsBenefits
Excellent pension scheme (up to 6% double contribution)
28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days with length of service, plus bank holidays
Health cash plan
Non-contributory life assurance
Up to 21 hours of paid volunteering leave
Employee Assistance Programme
A wide range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefitsIf you’re a proactive and customer-focused Building Surveyor looking to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates your relevant experience and qualifications (applications over 500 words may not be accepted)
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Location:
Stratford
Salary:
£48,000 - £55,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Property Services

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