Disrepair Surveyor
Location: East London (Social Housing)
Pay Rate: PAYE: £27.40 per hour / Umbrella: £36.98 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Job Overview:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Disrepair Surveyor to join a leading social housing organisation in East London. This temporary contract role will focus on assessing and addressing disrepair maintenance issues across our housing portfolio. You will work closely with contractors, consultants, and partner agencies to ensure high-quality repair work is completed to compliance standards, specifications, and within the agreed schedule and budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Disrepair Assessments: Undertake assessments of disrepair maintenance issues across the housing portfolio and support the Repairs Partnering team.
Quality Control: Ensure contractors and partner agencies meet the required compliance standards and specifications in all repair contracts.
Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain detailed digital records of assessments, site visits, and work progress. Provide comprehensive reports and update the asset management database regularly.
Resident-Focused Approach: Handle disrepair cases with a focus on customer care, maintaining effective communication with residents throughout the process.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Building Safety Operations and Compliance teams to ensure homes are safe and meet regulatory requirements.
Contract Administration: Administer building and partnering contracts, ensuring repairs are carried out in line with housing regulations and schedules.
Key Skills & Experience:
Experience in Building Surveying: Previous experience in building surveying, particularly in a residential environment, including Stock Condition Surveys and HHSRS assessments.
Report Writing: Strong ability to produce detailed reports, with good written communication skills.
Housing Legislation Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of housing legislation and regulations, particularly concerning repairs and maintenance.
Project Management: Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple repairs and ensure compliance with deadlines and budgets.
Contract Administration: Experience with administering building and partnering contracts.
Asbestos Awareness: Understanding of Asbestos Regulations and safe working practices.
Resident Liaison: Experience liaising with residents and addressing their concerns professionally.
IT Proficiency: Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and other IT tools for record-keeping and reporting.
Awareness of Awabbs Law & Timescales: Understanding of legal timescales and deadlines related to disrepair cases.
Qualifications:
A relevant building surveying qualification or equivalent experience in building maintenance.
Full understanding and practical experience of HHSRS and related assessments.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is dedicated to delivering high-quality service within a busy, dynamic social housing environment. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with experience in disrepair surveying and a passion for customer care, we encourage you to apply