Disrepair Surveyor

Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-driven organisation is seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to lead disrepair cases in South East London. The role involves providing technical direction, producing reports, and managing customer relations throughout the process. Ideal candidates will have experience in disrepair surveying and a strong customer focus. Join a collaborative team dedicated to improving homes and protecting residents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Disrepair Surveyor.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of social housing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead disrepair cases and assess defects.
• Produce technical reports and specifications.
• Conduct property inspections and maintain records.

Skills

Experience in disrepair surveying

Technical report writing

Strong customer focus

Job description

Job Description

Disrepair Surveyor

Mobile mainly covering South East London

Up to £46,000 + Essential Car User Allowance

Looking for an experienced and motivated Disrepair Surveyor to join our collaborative, values-driven organisation,تم where improving homes and ruang protecting residents truly matters.

This is a high-impact role for a surveyor who understands the realities of social housing and wants to play a hands‑on role in resolving disrepair cases, reducing risk, and delivering safe, decent homes. Youll be trusted to lead cases end‑to‑end, work closely with residents and legal partners, and ensure works are delivered to a high standard, first time.

The role

As a Disrepair Surveyor, you will take ownership of disrepair cases, providing clear technical direction and driving timely, compliant outcomes. Youll balance technical excellence with a strong customer focus, ensuring customers are kept informed and supported throughout works to their properties.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the lead surveyor on disrepair cases, assessing defects, agreeing scopes of work, and maintaining accurate case records
• Producing technical reports, schedules of work, specifications, costings, and measurements across a wide range of building defects
• Carrying out property inspections and surveys, updating specifications in line with learning ...