Disrepairs Surveyor
Location: Hampshire
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £43,000 - £48,000 + Excellent Benefits
We’re excited to be partnering with a large Housing Association, a progressive and purpose-driven housing provider, to recruit a passionate and experienced
As a Disrepairs Surveyor, you’ll play a vital role in upholding this mission by managing and resolving complex property disrepair issues across their portfolio.
The Role:
In this pivotal position, your responsibilities will include:
* Carrying out detailed property inspections in response to disrepair claims and tenant concerns.
* Identifying and diagnosing issues such as damp, mould, structural faults, and other housing disrepair matters.
* Producing robust technical reports and Schedules of Works to support both internal maintenance planning and potential legal proceedings.
* Collaborating with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to deliver timely, high-quality repairs and remedial works.
* Acting as an expert witness where necessary in legal disputes and claims processes.
What You’ll Bring:
* Proven experience in disrepair surveying within social housing, local authority, or similar environments.
* Strong technical knowledge of building defects, construction methods, and legal frameworks around housing disrepair.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills.
* The ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
* A full UK driving licence
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and car allowance
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service
* Generous pension scheme and flexible benefits package
* Employee wellbeing support and professional development opportunities
* The chance to work in a values-led organisation with real social impact