Building Surveyor - Disrepair

Dudley Council; St James, South Elmham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Building Surveyor to join their Disrepairs Team. This full-time permanent role involves handling solicitor claims related to housing repairs, conducting site visits, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a valid qualification in repairs and maintenance. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and is focused on a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Valid qualification within repairs & maintenance.
• Excellent understanding of repair work in tenanted properties.
• Experience in the disrepair sector is advantageous; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with team members, customers, contractors, and senior management.
• Conducting site visits to assess works required to handle claims.
• Reporting detailed Scott Schedules and completing a schedule of works.

Skills

Valid qualification within repairs & maintenance

Understanding of repair work in tenanted properties

Job description

Job Opportunity – Building Surveyor – Disrepairs Team

Hours: Permanent - 37 hours per week

Salary: Grade 9 £39,152 – £41,771

An opportunity has arisen for a full‑time permanent Surveyor within the Disrepair Team. You will handle solicitor claims made by tenants within the Housing Repairs Team and work as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with team members, customers, contractors and senior management on a daily basis.
• Conducting site visits to assess works required to handle the claim.
• Reporting detailed Scott Schedules for every property and completing a schedule of works; perform admin tasks to ensure claims are turned around in an acceptable timeframe.

Qualifications

• Valid qualification within repairs & maintenance.
• Excellent understanding of repair work in tenanted properties.
• Experience in the disrepair sector is advantageous; training can be provided.

For any questions or pre‑application enquiries please email [e-mail].

Dudley MBC is committed to diversity and inclusion and to improve bias in the recruitment process. All applicants must be able to provide documentation proving the right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the right to work in the UK. N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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