Job Description – Stock Condition Surveyor
Post Title
Stock Condition Surveyor
Department
Housing Services
Location
6 Knowsley Place
Hours
37 hours per week
Purpose of Role
To deliver high-quality and accurate stock condition surveys across Council-owned housing stock, supporting effective asset management, maintenance planning, and long-term investment decisions.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out internal and external stock condition surveys on Council properties, assessing building components, age, condition, and lifecycle requirements.
* Record accurate and consistent data using housing asset management systems and ensure timely updating of the stock condition database.
* Identify building defects, maintenance priorities, and health & safety risks, issuing urgent works where required.
* Support the development of a 5-year rolling stock condition survey programme, prioritising properties based on condition and risk.
* Contribute to planned and cyclical maintenance programmes, refurbishment works, and capital investment planning.
* Undertake feasibility assessments and provide technical recommendations to support asset management decisions.
* Assist in the inspection and supervision of works on site to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and legislation.
* Liaise with contractors, internal teams, and external stakeholders, attending site meetings and providing professional technical input.
* Support data collection from other officers and ensure consistency and accuracy across all housing stock information.
* Promote health & safety compliance, safeguarding responsibilities, and adherence to Council policies and procedures at all times.
Person Specification (Summary)
* Experience in stock condition surveying or building surveying within housing or public sector environments
* Strong knowledge of building construction, defects, and maintenance practices
* Understanding of housing legislation including HHSRS and Decent Homes Standard
* Ability to manage survey data and produce accurate technical reports
* Strong communication skills and ability to work with contractors, colleagues, and residents
* Ability to prioritise workload and work independently to deadlines
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