What’s on offer
* Rate: £40 – £45 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
* Contract: 6-month interim assignment (potential for extension)
* Working pattern: Full-time (37–40 hours per week)
About the Company
Our client is a well-established Social Housing group managing a large portfolio of residential properties across Northampton and the surrounding areas. They are committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and delivering excellent services to their tenants and communities.
Key responsibilities include
* Conducting detailed inspections relating to disrepair claims, including condition surveys and defect diagnosis
* Preparing technical reports, including expert witness statements where required
* Managing disrepair cases from initial inspection through to resolution
* Overseeing works relating to damp, mould, and structural defects
* Preparing specifications of work and managing contractors to deliver remedial works
* Ensuring all works are compliant with current legislation, regulations, and health & safety standards
* Liaising with tenants, legal teams, contractors, and internal departments
* Monitoring progress of works and ensuring timely resolution of cases
* Maintaining accurate records and documentation to support legal processes
* Supporting wider property services where required
The successful Interim Disrepair Surveyor will have
* Proven experience in a Disrepair Surveyor role, ideally within Social Housing
* Strong knowledge of housing disrepair legislation and claims handling
* A recognised construction-related qualification (e.g. HNC, HND, Degree in Building Surveying or similar)
* Excellent understanding of building pathology, particularly damp and mould issues
* Experience managing contractors and overseeing remedial works
* Strong report writing skills, ideally with experience producing court-compliant documentation
* Good understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
This role would suit an experienced Disrepair Surveyor available at short notice, looking for an interim opportunity within a reputable Social Housing organisation. If this role sounds of interest to you please get in touch with Fatima on 07451262495 or email fatima.ali@niyaapeople.co.uk!
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