Asset Management Surveyor

Orwell Housing Association; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing organization in Ipswich is seeking an Asset Management Surveyor to support the upkeep and improvement of property assets. This role includes conducting inspections and ensuring properties remain safe and compliant. Ideal candidates will have social housing experience and a professional background in surveying. Benefits include 22 days of annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free DBS checks

Ongoing training and development

Cashback Health plan

Access to Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Proven track record of completing stock condition surveys.
• Must have a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock condition database adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Oversee project management related to inspections and follow-up actions.
• Prepare detailed specifications for tender documents.

Skills

Customer service experience dealing with complex situations

Stock condition surveys experience

Experience in social housing

Surveying experience

Education

HNC/HND in Building (or equivalent)

5 GCSE grades 9-4 including English Language and Maths

Job description

Asset Management Surveyor

£33,904.24 per year

37 hours per week; Permanent

Monday - Friday

Ipswich/ Hybrid

Ref: IP364

As an integral part of Orwell's Asset Management team, you will be responsible for supporting the upkeep and improvement of property assets by carrying out thorough inspections, including but not limited to stock condition, void properties, damp and mould, dilapidations, and disrepairs.

This role plays a key part in delivering the Asset Management Strategy, helping to ensure that all properties remain safe, compliant, and ready for future investment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive and accurate stock condition database, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Oversee project management related to the inspections carried out, coordinating follow-up actions for identified issues such as dilapidations and disrepairs.
• Prepare detailed specifications and quantities for inclusion in tender documents for proposed works.
• Ensure that findings from all inspections are meticulously reported and documented.
• Regularly update and maintain accurate records of all inspections, findings, and actions taken in relation to property assets.
• Engage with various stakeholders, including tenants, contractors, and external agencies, to communicate inspection results.

About you

Our ideal Asset Management Surveyor will have…

• Previous experience of working in a customer-facing environment, dealing with difficult and complex situations.
• Previous experience of completing stock condition surveys.
• Experience of working in social housing.
• Proven track record of experience working as a surveyor.

Why Join Orwell?

As well as our inclusive culture and passion for our PACE values, we offer a broad range of benefits including:

• 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Free DBS checks
• Reward and recognition awards
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy
• Wellbeing programme
• Cashback Health plan
• Access to Blue Light Card - membership fees apply.

Person Specification

• HNC/HND in Building (or equivalent)
• Membership of relevant professional body
• 5 GCSE grades 9-4 or equivalent including English Language and Maths, is essential.

Due to the nature of this role a full UK Driving Licence is required.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Before applying…

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

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