Disrepairs Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association seeks a passionate Disrepairs Surveyor to manage complex property disrepair issues. You will conduct property inspections, produce reports, and collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring effective legal and repair solutions. Join a purpose-driven organization that offers competitive salaries, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

Pension scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in disrepair surveying within social housing or similar.
• Strong technical knowledge of legal frameworks around housing disrepair.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed property inspections for disrepair claims.
• Produce technical reports and collaborate with legal teams.
• Act as an expert witness in legal disputes.

Skills

Building defects

Construction methods

Negotiation

Report writing

Communication

Job description

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Disrepairs Surveyor, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Disrepairs Surveyor

Location: Hampshire

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

We’re excited to be partnering with a large Housing Association, a progressive and purpose-driven housing provider, to recruit a passionate and experienced Disrepairs Surveyor. You’ll play a vital role in managing and resolving complex property disrepair issues across their portfolio.

The Role:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out detailed property inspections in response to disrepair claims and tenant concerns.
• Identifying and diagnosing issues such as damp, mould, structural faults, and other housing disrepair matters.
• Producing technical reports and Schedules of Works to support maintenance planning and legal proceedings.
• Collaborating with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to deliver repairs and remedial works.
• Acting as an expert witness in legal disputes and claims processes.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience in disrepair surveying within social housing, local authority, or similar environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of building defects, construction methods, and legal frameworks around housing disrepair.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Competitive salary and car allowance.
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays, rising with service.
• Generous pension scheme and flexible benefits package.
• Employee wellbeing support and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to work in a values-led organisation with social impact.