We’re looking for a skilled and customer‑focused Property Surveyor to join our team and help us deliver safe, high‑quality homes across our communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, working directly with customers, and taking ownership of a varied caseload that makes a real impact on residents’ day‑to‑day experience.
As a Property Surveyor, you’ll use your technical knowledge and practical approach to diagnose building issues, manage repairs and disrepair cases, and work closely with colleagues, contractors and partners to ensure work is delivered efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
What you’ll be doing
* Carrying out inspections and surveys to diagnose building defects, damp and mould, disrepair issues and complex repairs.
* Preparing clear technical reports, specifications and schedules of work to support accurate budgeting and delivery.
* Managing disrepair cases, insurance claims and major/minor works to agreed timescales and quality standards.
* Working closely with contractors, colleagues and external specialists to monitor performance and ensure high‑quality outcomes.
* Keeping customers informed, resolving issues promptly and ensuring a positive, professional experience.
* Ensuring all work complies with relevant health & safety and regulatory requirements.
What we’re looking for
* Strong technical knowledge of building construction, maintenance and defect diagnosis.
* Experience carrying out inspections, preparing technical reports and managing complex repair cases.
* Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to work well with customers, contractors and colleagues.
* Strong organisational skills, able to manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively.
* Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and property‑related systems.
* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
* Desirable: HNC or equivalent, trade background, CSTDB/CSRT, RICS/CIOB membership.
Why this role matters
You’ll be supporting safe, well‑maintained homes and helping us deliver an excellent customer experience by ensuring repairs and major works are done right first time. Your insight and decision‑making will contribute to improved asset management, better value for money, and a more reliable service for our residents.
If you’re technically competent, customer‑focused and enjoy working across teams to solve problems and improve homes, we’d love to hear from you.
Application Deadline: Sunday 15th March 2026
Please note the above date is subject to change, and the advert may be closed early dependent on applications received. If you are interested in applying, don't wait!
Why join us?
As an Investors in People Health & Wellbeing recognised employer we offer a wide range of benefits such as;
* 25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 with length of service and subject to approval the option to buy and sell additional annual leave*
* Enhanced leave options for Maternity, Paternity, Adoption & Shared Parental Leave*
* Enhanced Pension scheme contributions
* Our Health Care Plan gives you money back for dental, optical, therapy costs and more
* Subsidised Healthy Living benefits i.e. gym membership or yoga classes
* Subsidised Leisure Learning benefits i.e. finance towards driving lessons or learning a new language
* Car Lease Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme*
* Volunteering days in the local community
* We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension option*
*Subject to eligibility criteria
About Us
Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) manages almost 14,000 properties, providing homes for more than 29,000 people in Wythenshawe, South Manchester.
We are committed to investing in the health, wellbeing and development of colleagues, who we will reward fairly and empower and trust to deliver their best work for the benefit of WCHG, our customers and stakeholders. WCHG is an inclusive employer of choice, where differences are recognised as strengths in delivering our purpose. WCHG operates anonymous recruitment selection practices. A disability confident employer WCHG will work to make reasonable adjustments where possible throughout its employment processes.
Our purpose is to provide good quality homes and services to our customers and leaseholders and to play a leading role in creating safer, healthier communities. WCHG boasts an impressive development portfolio which aims to deliver on average 1,100 new homes over the next five years with £195m estimated investment, leaving a lasting legacy in our communities.