Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters. Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below. We are now the 6th largest housing association by size - with almost 3000 colleagues, over 85,000 homes and over 200,000 customers across London and the South. We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Surveyor to join our Property Services Team in our Thatcham, Greenham Hub covering our Berkshire Locality. The role Reporting into the Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for the investigation, identification, diagnosis and problem solving of day to day general maintenance issues raised either internally or by our customers. You'll own the day to day technical support for your locality, allowing our in house trades delivery teams and external contractors to carry works required at first visit. You'll also be responsible for: Carrying out inspections as needed prior to, during and on completion of repairs Providing a specification, including scope of works, quantities and budgeted costs and timescale that will resolve maintenance issues reported Ensuring works are completed safely, to the required standard and specification, in the most effective and efficient manner and to a high level of customer satisfaction Maintaining high quality data within the property systems Ensuring a detailed local knowledge of customer, asset and investment needs across your locality Developing own capability through continual personal and professional development to ensure knowledge is kept up to date What you'll need: To be successful in this role you will need: Up to date knowledge and awareness of technical, statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements, standards, and best practice in relation to delivery of a maintenance service inc damp and mould and Awaabs Law. Ability to prepare and interpret specifications schedules of work using bespoke or National/published Schedule's of Rates/Works. Ability to plan, track and forecast safe delivery of customer focused services, works and expenditure within agreed timescales and budgets Ability to operate with commercial acumen Knowledge of relevant health, safety and environmental legislation with focus on compliance within all activities undertaken Proficient use of IT Systems including Microsoft office suite with Intermediate Excel skills There will be some travel involved with this role across your locality so you should be happy to travel, have access to a car and a full UK driving licence. xlzlddp Please view our careers page to see our great benefits on offer!