Building Surveyor

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Building Surveyor to oversee the condition of social housing. The role offers a starting salary of £41,992, progressing to £45,089. Responsibilities include carrying out inspections and assisting in maintaining housing stock. Candidates should be qualified in Building Studies and experienced in diagnosing building faults. Benefits include flexible working and health events, reflecting a commitment to invest in housing quality while aiming for net zero by 2030.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Health and wellbeing events

Cycle-to-work scheme

Local government pension scheme

Qualifications

• Formally qualified in Building Studies is essential.
• Highly experienced in diagnosing building faults and providing cost-effective solutions.
• Ability to identify repairs, draw up specifications, make technical decisions and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a programme of inspections to our social housing portfolio.
• Collate information to be used for future investment opportunities.
• Assist the Repairs and Voids team in ensuring housing stock safety and quality.

Skills

Building Studies

Diagnosing building faults

Technical decision making

Customer-focused outcomes

Excellent spoken English

Driving licence

Education

Formally qualified in Building Studies

Job description

Overview

Building Surveyor – Stock Condition (RP0063) – Starting salary £41,992 pa with progression to £45,089 pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service (inclusive of outer fringe allowance). 37 hours per week (hybrid working). Permanent contract. Ensuring our housing stock is maintained to the highest possible standard is a key priority for Welwyn Hatfield. Our commitment is to invest £150 million in people’s homes over the next five years with a target of being net zero by 2030. To achieve this, we are looking for a Building Surveyor (Stock Condition) to support this exciting long‑term project.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a programme of inspections to our social housing portfolio, including internal and external visits.
• Collate information to be used for future investment opportunities.
• Assist the Repairs and Voids team in ensuring our housing stock is safe and of a high quality for our tenants.

Qualifications and Skills

• Formally qualified in Building Studies.
• Highly experienced in diagnosing building faults and providing cost‑effective solutions.
• Ability to identify repairs, draw up specifications, make technical decisions and solve complex problems.
• Knowledgeable regarding building standards and passionate about delivering customer‑focussed outcomes.
• Excellent spoken English and ability to converse at ease with members of the public.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

CORE values

Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent

Benefits

• Flexible working and generous annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing events.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Discount for a local sports provider.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Additional benefits listed in the role profile.

Application Process

• We do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK.
• Download the role profile (unavailable once the advert closes).
• Closing date for applications: 1 February 2026.
• Remote assessment: 5 February 2026.
• Face‑to‑face interviews: 12 February 2026.

Keywords

• Welwyn Hatfield, homes, housing, investment, stock condition, surveyor, residents, social housing, local government