Electrical Services Surveyor

hireful; St Albans; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking an Electrical Services Surveyor to oversee the implementation and management of electrical installations for Council housing stock. Responsibilities include project supervision, budget management, and preparation of specifications. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and detailed knowledge of building law. Excellent communication skills are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

28.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Staff Parking Permit

Reimbursement of professional fees

Comprehensive development and training

Discounts at local sports and fitness centres

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and electrical services.
• Detailed knowledge of building defects and remedies.
• Fluency in spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage electrical installations.
• Oversee repair, maintenance, and major projects.
• Prepare specifications and drawings.

Skills

Budget management

Project supervision

Knowledge of housing law

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent experience

HNC/HND in Building Surveying/Construction

Job description

Overview

Electrical Services Surveyor

£42,500 up to £46,871 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7% employer pension contribution plus essential car user allowance
Permanent, 37 hours per week
Flexible working options including Hybrid working
P1223

About the role

In this post you will be responsible for the implementation, management, and delivery of all electrical, fire detection, door entry, lifts, CCTV and digital TV installation utilising the Council’s supply chain partners. This includes repair, maintenance, and major projects of existing and new installations to Council housing stock.

About you

You will take full responsibility for managing works and projects from the start to final delivery working on your own initiative and with minimal supervision. This will include budget management, preparing specifications, drawings, the procurement of contracts, supervision of electrical related programmes of works to the Council’s housing stock.

Ideally you should have a degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent work experience in a similar Mechanical and Electrical role with a HNC/HND in Building Surveying/Construction, or a specific qualification within the Electrical field). Detailed working knowledge on a wide range of areas including building defects and their remedies is essential for this post.

Working knowledge of housing related law and best practice related to repairs, maintenance and improvements e.g. CDM and Building Regulations are essential for this post.

St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our clients centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work.

Benefits

• 28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays. Annual leave pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part-timers
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform

Additional Information

Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.

Safeguarding: This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.

English Fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.

Closing date for applications: 20 October 2025
Interviews scheduled for week commencing: 3 November 2025

NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. They reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and they strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

You may experience in the following: Electrical Engineer, Building Services Engineer (Electrical Bias), Electrical Design Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer, Electrical Services Engineer, M&E Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical Engineer), Electrical Systems Engineer, etc.

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