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 RoleWe 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 Resourcesmittee. Additionally, you will oversee Synod-owned investment propertiesmercial, residential, and retirement housing—ensuringpliance with landlord responsibilities and statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Collaborate with the Property Team to deliver property services aligned with Synod mission objectives.
2. Support churches in developing proposals for property development, refurbishment, and repair.
3. Promote sustainability and ECO initiatives within the Synod.
4. Manage building contracts and ensurepliance with statutory requirements.
5. Oversee maintenance of Synod-owned properties, including residential investment properties.
6. Liaise with letting agents, insurance brokers, and contractors.
7. Prepare reports for the Resourcesmittee and attend relevant meetings.
8. Respond to emergency property issues and manage out-of-hours repairs.
Person SpecificationEssential:
9. Minimum HNC/HND in Building Surveying or Facilities Management.
10. Hands-on experience in assessing feasibility and costs for building projects.
11. Strong project management skills and ability to work with architects, surveyors, and contractors.
12. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
13. Excellentmunication and relationship-building skills.
14. Proficiency in MS Office and strategic thinking ability.
15. Driving licence and own vehicle.
Desirable:
16. Understanding of local church operations and networks in the building industry.
Additional Information
17. 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
18. Contributory pension scheme.
19. 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. #4751458 - Molly Spencer