A disrepair surveyor inspects residential properties to identify building defects, health and safety hazards, and breaches of housing standards, particularly in relation to damp, mould, and structural issues. They specify and monitor remedial works, support disrepair claims, and ensure properties are brought back into compliance with housing legislation and landlord responsibilities.
Client Details
The client is one of the largest local authorities in the UK, managing a diverse and extensive portfolio of social housing serving a major metropolitan population. The organisation operates within a highly regulated public-sector environment, prioritising statutory compliance, tenant wellbeing, and the delivery of safe, decent homes at scale.
Description
Undertake inspections of occupied council housing stock to identify building defects, disrepair, and health & safety hazards
Diagnose causes of disrepair including damp, mould, condensation, structural defects, roofing failures, and deterioration of building fabric
Assess properties in accordance with relevant legislation, including the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act, and HHSRS
Prepare detailed inspection reports, Schedules of Works, specifications, and cost estimates to remedy identified disrepair
Respond to housing disrepair claims and complaints, completing pre-action protocol inspections and providing technical input to legal services
Support legal proceedings by producing accurate, evidence-based reports and attending case conferences or court as required
Manage and monitor contractors carrying out remedial works, ensuring compliance with specifications, health & safety regulations, and council standards
Liaise effectively with tenants, housing officers, legal teams, and external contractors, maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach
Ensure works are delivered within agreed timescales, budgets, and service level agreements
Identify and escalate risks relating to asbestos, fire safety, safeguarding, and occupant vulnerability
Maintain accurate records of inspections, defects, and completed works using housing management and asset systems
Contribute to the continuous improvement of disrepair and maintenance processes within Birmingham City Council's housing services
Profile
Extensive experience surveying and inspecting occupied social housing stock to diagnose building defects, disrepair, and health & safety issues
Strong knowledge of housing disrepair legislation, including Landlord & Tenant Act 1985, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act, and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
Proven ability to assess damp, mould, condensation, structural movement, roofing failures, and building fabric defects within traditional and non-traditional council properties
Experience preparing Schedules of Works, specifications, and cost estimates to remedy disrepair in line with Birmingham City Council standards and policies
Skilled in responding to housing disrepair claims, pre-action protocol inspections, and supporting legal services with technical reports and evidence
Ability to manage contractors on site, monitor works, and ensure compliance with specifications, building regulations, and health & safety requirements
Confident in liaising with tenants, housing officers, legal teams, and external stakeholders, demonstrating a customer-focused and empathetic approach
Experience using housing management and asset systems to record inspections, track defects, and update property condition data
Job Offer
Great Hourly Rate
Immediate Start
Long term, secure contract
Flexible and hybrid working