Asset Surveyor (Stock Condition)

Cobalt Housing; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid healthcare via Medicash

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Gym allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Childcare allowance

Up to five days dependants leave

Job summary

Cobalt Housing is seeking an Asset Surveyor (Stock Condition) to undertake surveys and assessments across approximately 6,000 homes. You will collect and analyse data to support investment planning and compliance, drawing on your expertise in stock condition and building defects.

You will hold a professional property or building qualification and bring experience in EPC surveys, with a UK driving licence. The role is permanent, full-time with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in a property or building-related field.
• Experience undertaking stock condition surveys across tenanted properties.
• Experience conducting EPC surveys on domestic properties.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a wide range of surveys, inspections and assessments across the portfolio of ~6,000 homes.
• Collect, analyse and maintain accurate property and asset data to inform investment priorities and compliance.
• Identify repair and investment needs and make recommendations to maximise performance and lifespan.

Skills

Stock condition surveys

Diagnose building defects

EPC surveys

Education

HND/HNC or degree

Chartered status (RICS/CIOB)

Job description

Permanent, Full Time - hybrid & flexible working (35 hours per week)

Closing Date – 26th October 2026

At Cobalt Housing, we are more than just a housing provider. We are committed to creating vibrant, sustainable communities where our customers can thrive. We believe in continuous improvement, collaboration and delivering excellent services that make a real difference to people's homes and communities.

Now is a really exciting time to join Cobalt Housing, as we build upon the success of significant organisational transformation.

We’re seeking an Asset Surveyor (Stock Condition) to play a key role in helping us understand, maintain and improve our housing stock. Through the collection and analysis of stock condition, compliance and energy performance data, you’ll provide valuable insight to support long-term investment planning and help ensure our homes remain safe, well maintained and fit for the future.

About the role

As an Asset Surveyor, you’ll undertake a wide range of surveys, inspections and assessments across Cobalt’s portfolio of approximately 6,000 homes. You’ll collect, analyse and maintain accurate property and asset data, providing the insight needed to identify investment priorities, support regulatory compliance and inform strategic decision‑making.

Using your technical knowledge of construction, building defects and property maintenance, you’ll identify repair and investment needs, undertake condition and compliance assessments, and make recommendations that help maximise the performance and lifespan of our homes.

Working closely with colleagues across Asset Management, Customers and Communities, and Property Services, you’ll provide professional advice and contribute to the effective delivery of asset investment and improvement programmes.

What we’re looking for

You’ll hold a professional qualification in a property or building‑related specialism, such as an HND/HNC or degree, chartered status with RICS or CIOB, or equivalent relevant experience. You’ll bring experience of undertaking stock condition surveys across a portfolio of tenanted properties, alongside strong technical ability to diagnose building defects, identify practical solutions and ensure issues are resolved effectively. Experience of conducting EPC surveys on domestic properties is also important.

With a strong understanding of building construction, standards and legislation, you’ll be confident keeping up to date with developments in building technology and the policy and regulatory frameworks affecting asset management. You’ll also have experience of identifying and managing stock condition risks, including associated health and safety considerations.

You’ll have experience carrying out HHSRS hazard inspections, including identifying Category 1 and 2 hazards and providing clear, auditable information to evidence compliance with Awaab’s Law. Highly organised and able to manage a varied and demanding workload, you’ll be comfortable working in a changing environment and balancing competing priorities. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are also required.

For the full list of responsibilities and the person specification, please review the recruitment pack linked below.

• Paid healthcare scheme via Medicash
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Gym allowance (up to £20 per month)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Childcare allowance (£75 per child of preschool age)
• Up to five days dependants leave per year

Our purpose

Everyone deserves somewhere to call home, a place to make their own, feel safe and secure, and set down firm foundations. The right home will help people to live well, realise their potential and achieve the things that are important to them.

Our mission

By providing quality places to live, and support to those who need it, we play our part in developing thriving communities where people are proud to live and can be their best.