Building Surveyor

South Lakes Housing; Kendal; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days + 8 bank holidays

Hybrid working

SHPS pension scheme

Simply health

Family friendly benefits

Sick pay above statutory

1 extra annual leave day after 5 years

Job summary

South Lakes Housing is seeking a full-time Building Surveyor to carry out surveys on our properties. The role is 37 hours per week with a salary up to £43,609 per year and a benefits package worth up to £5,000 annually.

You'll lead on complex surveys including structural, mould and damp issues, and support adaptations and customer alterations to achieve Customer First outcomes. Closing date is 30 October 2026 at 9am. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in building surveys for housing associations or social housing is advantageous.
• Ability to manage complex surveys and deliver Customer First outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex surveys, including structural, mould and damp issues.
• Assist with adaptations and customer alterations.
• Help determine the right Customer First outcomes.

Skills

Building Surveying

Structural surveys

Mould & damp surveys

Adaptations knowledge

Job description

'We are an equal opportunities employer'

The Property Services directorate are looking for a full time Building Surveyor to help carry out surveys on our properties

37 hours per week

A great salary of up to £43,609 per annum

Plus a benefits package worth up to £5,000 per year.*
*Based on minimum employer pension contributions and maximum available benefit allowances.

As a Building Surveyor, you'll take the lead on complex surveys, including structural, mould and damp issues, alongside adaptations and customer alterations. You'll also help determine the right Customer First outcomes.

Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Closing Date for all applications is by 9am on Friday 30th October 2026

South Lakes Housing have a range of benefits available for employees.

Annual leave entitlement 26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Hybrid working To support productivity and your wellbeing

Social housing pension scheme (SHPS) Worth at least 10% of your annual salary

Simply health Financial help with those everyday medical costs like eye tests, dentists and wellbeing

Family friendly benefits Maternity, paternity, shared parental & adoption leave

Sick pay Above statutory provision

Other Benefits

+1 annual leave day up to 5 years service, totalling 31 days after 5 years of service.

Holiday Purchase scheme (Upon successful completion of the probation period, you have the opportunity to purchase an additional 10 days)

1 week off for Christmas shutdown

x2 Volunteer days - per holiday entitlement year, to help contribute and get out to the wider community

x1 Wellbeing day - per holiday entitlement year, to help you have a day to yourself where you specifically focus on your wellbeing.

Our Pension Plan offers a comprehensive retirement solution, ensuring financial security for you and your loved ones.
Pension contribution ratio, 10% employer contribution and 0% employee contribution.
With a lump sum death benefit valued at 3x your annual salary, providing peace of mind and support during difficult times.

Housing Perks, a social enterprise providing discounts on everyday items.

What can SLH do for you?

Values-based organisation, making a difference for our customers - We just care!

We believe in you having a work life balance - Defined working day start/finish and support for when you have those blips in your life.

We believe in you having your say in what we do- having a say through our staff forums/feedback groups.

We believe in investing in you - Training you to keep you up to date and develop your personal and professional skills.

Everyone is valued and appreciated - We recognise when we think you have really gone that extra mile.