Decarbonisation Surveyor

James Andrews Recruitment; Pontarfynach; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

James Andrews Recruitment is seeking a Decarbonisation Surveyor for a site-based role in the Rhondda Valley, starting immediately on a temporary basis until April 2027. The role focuses on post-inspections, QA, contractor oversight and project delivery to ensure decarbonisation works meet required standards and benefit residents.

Working hours are 37 per week with flexible daily hours. The role covers Solar PV, insulation, low-carbon heating upgrades and energy efficiency improvements,

Qualifications

• Experience surveying within social housing, planned works, retrofit, or decarbonisation programmes.
• Strong knowledge of Solar PV, insulation measures, low-carbon heating systems, and energy efficiency improvements.
• Experience undertaking post-inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Ability to manage contractors and oversee project delivery on site.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking post-inspections of completed retrofit and decarbonisation works
• Monitoring contractor performance, quality, compliance, and programme delivery
• Overseeing the installation of Solar PV systems, Air Source Heat Pumps, EWI, and LED lighting upgrades
• Managing and monitoring minor works from delivery through to completion
• Ensuring works comply with PAS 2035, regulations and client standards
• Producing technical reports and inspection findings
• Working with Residents Engagement Officer to inform and support residents
• Attending site meetings with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders

Skills

Site inspections

Contractor management

Post-inspections

Stakeholder management

Health and safety awareness

Driving licence

Education

retrofit qualifications

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a social housing provider based in Rhondda Valley who are recruiting for a Decarbonisation Surveyor on a Temporary basis until April 2027. The position is due to start immediately. The hourly rate of pay is up to £38 via an Umbrella company.

This is a site-based role focused primarily on post-inspections, quality assurance, contractor oversight, and project delivery support, ensuring decarbonisation works are completed to the required standards and deliver positive outcomes for residents.

Duties will include (but are not limited to)

• Undertaking post-inspections of completed retrofit and decarbonisation works
• Monitoring contractor performance, quality, compliance, and programme delivery
• Overseeing the installation of:
  • Solar PV systems
  • Air Source Heat Pumps and low-carbon heating solutions
  • External Wall Insulation (EWI)
  • Low-energy and LED lighting upgrades
• Managing and monitoring minor planned works projects from delivery through to completion
• Ensuring works complied with PAS 2035, relevant regulations, and client standards
• Identifying defects, quality issues, and remedial actions where required
• Producing technical reports and inspection findings
• Working closely with the Resident Engagement Officer to ensure residents are informed and supported throughout project delivery
• Attending site meetings with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders

Experience required

• Experience surveying within social housing, planned works, retrofit, or decarbonisation programmes
• Strong knowledge of Solar PV, insulation measures, low-carbon heating systems, and energy efficiency improvements
• Experience undertaking post-inspections and quality assurance checks
• Ability to manage contractors and oversee project delivery on site
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desired skills, knowledge and expertise

• Retrofit Assessor, Retrofit Coordinator, or Retrofit-related qualifications
• Knowledge of PAS 2035
• Experience working on SHDF, ECO, or Welsh Government decarbonisation programmes

Working hours

• 37 hours per week
• Flexible daily hours

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.