Technical Building Operations Surveyor (TBOS) | Based in Royal Tunbridge Wells with travel to South East sites (flexible working) | Full-time | £50,000–£60,000 + Bonus
Grifo Developments is a hands-on, growing property development and operations business focused on delivering high-quality residential portfolios across the South East. We specialise in Build-to-Rent, PRS, and mixed-use residential assets, combining strategic development expertise with best-in-class operational management.
Our Operations Division ensures that every building we manage is safe, compliant, efficient, and delivers a consistently high standard of service for residents. We pride ourselves on balancing operational excellence with resident satisfaction, maintaining audit-ready systems, and continuously improving through innovation, technology, and robust processes.
At Grifo, you’ll join a close-knit, collaborative team where your work has real ownership and visible impact. We value proactive thinking, practical solutions, and a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
What’s in it for you?
Join a hands-on, growing development and operations business shaping best-practice systems across a high-quality residential portfolio
Flexible working: up to 2 days/week remotely
25 days holiday + public holidays (increasing with service, capped at 30 + PH)
£500 PA towards accreditations/professional memberships
Free parking at Head Office
Annual eye test + £50 contribution towards glasses
Real ownership and visible impact in a tight-knit Operations team
Are you the right person for the job?
We’re looking for someone with:
Strong residential property operations experience (Build-to-Rent / PRS preferred)
Proven track record managing compliance systems and statutory programmes
Solid knowledge of building systems, maintenance planning, and contractor control
Experience managing OPEX budgets and driving cost and efficiency improvements
Confident supplier and contract management skills, including tenders and renewals
Highly organised, audit-ready, and excellent at documentation
Clear, pragmatic communication and solutions-led mindset
Surveying or property qualification (RICS / CIOB / IWFM) desirable
What will your role look like?
As the Technical Building Operations Surveyor, you will take ownership of the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of Grifo Developments’ residential portfolio. You will:
Building Operations & Compliance
Manage statutory compliance across fire, water, lifts, gas, electrical, and more
Maintain inspections, servicing, and certifications on time and fully documented
Lead monthly compliance reviews and building condition audits
Maintenance Delivery
Oversee reactive maintenance and SLA performance
Design and manage PPM schedules and lifecycle planning
Coordinate work with the in-house Maintenance Operative and approved contractors
Commercial & Financial Management
Build and manage OPEX budgets; monitor variances and gross-to-net leakage
Align operational readiness with revenue goals during leasing periods
Supplier & Contract Governance
Maintain supplier registers, monitor KPIs, and enforce corrective actions
Lead tendering or contract renewal processes
Insurance & Risk Management
Oversee operational insurance governance with broker support
Maintain operational risk registers and business continuity plans
Handover & Data Management
Lead operational mobilisation at Practical Completion
Manage the Golden Thread as a live, auditable system
People & Culture
Line manage, mentor, and performance-manage the Maintenance Operative
Promote a proactive, safety-first culture across all sites
You will work closely with the MD, Resident Experience Manager, FD, EA, and suppliers to ensure buildings operate efficiently, safely, and deliver an excellent experience for residents.
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