Housing Standards Surveyor - Defects & Disrepair (6m)

RGB Recruitment Ltd; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RGB Recruitment Ltd, on behalf of a social housing provider, seeks a Surveyor for a six-month fixed-term contract in Yeovil covering Somerset, Devon and Dorset. The role focuses on raising housing standards by investigating defects, diagnosing causes and recommending remedies, with occasional travel.

The successful candidate will balance site inspections, reporting and resident liaison, using strong technical knowledge, problem-solving and a customer-focused approach to ensure homes are safe,

Qualifications

• Experience in building surveying or property maintenance environments.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate property defects and identify practical solutions.
• Support complex disrepair cases and housing improvement programmes.
• Work with contractors, colleagues and external partners.
• Provide clear advice and support to residents.
• Identify cost-effective solutions to improve property conditions and customer wellbeing.

Skills

Building surveying

Problem solving

Communication

Customer focus

Education

HNC/HND in Building Surveying or equivalent

Job description

RGB Recruitment Ltd, on behalf of a social housing provider, seeks a Surveyor for a six-month fixed-term contract in Yeovil covering Somerset, Devon and Dorset. The role focuses on raising housing standards by investigating defects, diagnosing causes and recommending remedies, with occasional travel.

The successful candidate will balance site inspections, reporting and resident liaison, using strong technical knowledge, problem-solving and a customer-focused approach to ensure homes are safe,