Disrepair Surveyor Basildon Borough Council Temporary, Full Time, 6 Months £300.00 per day - umbrella Location: Basildon We are supporting Basildon Council to recruit a temporary Disrepair Surveyor on a 6-month basis in their Property, Asset Management & Development team. Job Purpose The Disrepair Surveyor will be responsible for inspecting properties, diagnosing building defects, and ensuring compliance with housing disrepair legislation. The role involves preparing detailed and accurate Civil Procedure Rules complaint inspection reports, managing remedial works, liaising with tenants, contractors and other council departments to resolve disrepair claims efficiently and professionally. The main responsibilities: * To undertake technical surveys on the housing stock, including leasehold flats, to identify and make accurate diagnosis of complex repairs, including specifying materials, work content trades and place the work with suitable contractor * Produce accurate, detailed CPR compliant reports including photographic evidence and costs estimates for remedial works. Copy of at two CPR compliant survey reports to be submitted and reviewed prior to any offer. * Maintain clear records for potential legal proceedings and to attend court hearings to give expert witness evidence if required. * Work closely with the Disrepair Managers and Contractor to manage disrepair claims from initial inspection throug...