Housing Surveyor-Disrepair

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social housing is seeking a dedicated Building Surveyor to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex cases related to disrepair, damp, and structural issues, ensuring compliance with housing legislation. Your expertise will guide property inspections, report preparation, and collaboration with contractors. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and generous leave, making it an ideal opportunity for professionals passionate about improving housing standards and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Local Authority Pension Scheme

Flexible Working

28 Days Leave Plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Significant recent experience in building surveying and disrepair cases.
• Professional qualifications in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed property inspections to identify disrepair issues.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations for remedial actions.
• Liaise with tenants and landlords to resolve disputes effectively.

Skills

Building Surveying

Contract Management

Construction Materials Knowledge

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

Membership of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors

IOSH Managing Safely Certificate

Job description

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A well-established Social Housing provider

This post will focus on Disrepair/Damp, Mould and Condensation, as well as cases that pertain to fire damage and those of a structural nature.

The Role

Working as part of the Plex Case Team with the Property Directorate Management Team, you will provide insight, experience, and direction to your team.

In this exciting new role, you will take a lead in delivering complex cases through a dedicated team. The two roles will have responsibility for all cases within a defined operating area. You will have experienced a range of contract delivery models and ensure customer involvement, with their safety as your priority. Your goal is to provide the efficient and effective oversight of complex works.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct detailed property inspections to identify disrepair issues, including damp, mould, structural defects, and other maintenance concerns.
2. Prepare accurate, comprehensive reports and provide recommendations for remedial actions in line with legislative requirements and best practices.
3. Liaise with tenants, landlords, and legal teams to investigate complaints and resolve disputes effectively.
4. Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, including the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
5. Work collaboratively with contractors, maintenance teams, and external stakeholders to oversee repair works and ensure quality standards.
6. Provide expert witness statements for legal proceedings, if required.
7. Maintain up-to-date records and documentation.

The Person

The successful candidate will have significant recent relevant experience and professional qualifications in a related area.

They will also have a track record of successfully delivering significant and varied work programmes, complex complaints, and disrepair cases in a public sector or commercial environment.

Qualifications include:

• Degree in Building Surveying
• Individual Membership of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
• IOSH Managing Safely Certificate

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Considerable experience undertaking similar building surveying duties
• Working knowledge of current CDM regulations
• Working knowledge of Contract Management issues
• Working knowledge of construction materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages
• Ability to manage and direct a small team of maintenance operatives

What you'll get in return

Salary of £46,967 and a local authority pension scheme.

Flexible working, 28 days leave plus bank holidays.