Asset Surveyor

Sanctuary; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Staff Networks

Annual leave 25–30 days

Job summary

Sanctuary is seeking an Asset Surveyor in London with a balance of home and office work. You will conduct stock condition surveys, manage disrepair cases, and ensure H&S compliance while coordinating with contractors and stakeholders.

The role requires surveying qualifications and driving, with a salary of £55,613–£58,540 plus a company car or car allowance. 40 hours weekly, hybrid London-based position.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Degree/AssocRIC/MRICS/CIOB in Surveying or currently undertaking the qualification.
• Some experience in a building and surveying environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake stock condition surveys and property inspections across stock types.
• Involvement in disrepair cases, repairs monitoring and related queries.
• Produce reports and documentation for work specifications and tenders.
• Support cyclical programme delivery with surveys, specs and resident consultations.
• Contribute to special programmes aligned with group objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Surveying experience

Time management

Data interpretation

Education

Degree/AssocRIC/MRICS/CIOB in Surveying

Job description

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Asset Surveyor

London based with a balance of home and office working

£55,613 - £58,540 per year plus Company car or car allowance

40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

We are looking for an Asset Surveyor to join our growing team, based in our Kingsmead Office in London. For this role you will be expected to provide support to the business for Asset project management, Disrepairs and other associated works. You would manage your Disrepair caseload effectively and within set timelines, by assessing works required, scoping and working with the contractor to deliver on time, managing EPA notice actions, investigating insurance claims and undertaking stock condition surveys. You would also be required to ensure H&S compliance at all times.

The role of Asset Surveyor will include:

• Undertaking stock condition surveys and other property inspections across a broad range of stock including health and safety assessments
• Involvement in disrepair cases, complaints, permission requests, repairs monitoring and other property related queries
• Producing reports and documentation for work specifications and tenders
• Supporting delivery of the cyclical programme, including surveys, specifications, resident consultations and liaising with other stakeholders.
• Contributing, as appropriate, to special programmes and projects in support of the Group's values and objectives

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to Degree, AssocRIC, MRICS, CIOB HND or HNC in Surveying or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
• Some experience in a building and surveying environment
• Proven experience of working to deadlines and prioritising work loads
• Working knowledge of legislation and current practices
• Good communication skills
• Ability to interpret computerized data
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Our Benefits

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays

• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• Role salary is £41,972 with an additional policy allowance of £13,640 per annum (rising to £44,181 with an additional policy allowance of £14,358 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

Closing Date: 16 November 2026

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.

A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.