Interim Disrepair Surveyor

Public Sector; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Masson is recruiting an Interim Disrepair Surveyor for a London Borough. The role focuses on inspecting residential properties, diagnosing defects, preparing specifications, and overseeing remedial works within a housing repairs service.

The position is initially 3 months with a strong likelihood of extension and offers hybrid working. Experience in social housing and housing disrepair legislation is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in housing disrepair claims and building defects.
• Proven ability to diagnose defects and prepare detailed specifications of work.
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing remedial works programmes.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation and landlord repairing obligations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections of residential properties relating to housing disrepair claims, complaints, and complex repairs.
• Diagnose building defects and identify appropriate remedial solutions.
• Prepare detailed schedules of works, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage disrepair cases from inspection through to completion.
• Liaise with legal teams and provide technical reports to support ongoing disrepair claims.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed to required quality standards and timescales.
• Support the management of damp and mould cases, identifying root causes and long-term solutions.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, health and safety requirements, and housing standards.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular updates on case progress.

Skills

Housing disrepair knowledge

Contractor management

Building defects diagnosis

Resident engagement

Education

HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent

Job description

Goodman Masson is currently working with a London Local Authority to recruit for an Interim Disrepair Surveyor.

Rate: £350 – £400 per day INSIDE IR35 Umbrella

Are you an experienced Surveyor with a strong understanding of housing disrepair, building defects, and property maintenance? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a direct impact on housing standards and resident outcomes within a busy local authority environment?

Role Purpose

We are seeking an Interim Disrepair Surveyor to support a London Borough’s Housing Property Services team in managing housing disrepair claims and improving the condition of its residential housing stock. This role will focus on undertaking property inspections, diagnosing building defects, preparing specifications of work, and overseeing remedial works to ensure compliance with statutory and contractual obligations.

This position is offered on an initial 3-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension based on service requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections of residential properties relating to housing disrepair claims, complaints, and complex repairs.
• Diagnose building defects and identify appropriate remedial solutions.
• Prepare detailed schedules of works, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage disrepair cases from inspection through to completion.
• Liaise with legal teams and provide technical reports to support ongoing disrepair claims.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed to the required quality standards and within agreed timescales.
• Support the management of damp and mould cases, identifying root causes and recommending long‑term solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements, and housing standards.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular updates on case progress and performance.

About You

• Experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Repairs Surveyor, or Maintenance Surveyor within social housing.
• Previous experience working within a Local Authority, Housing Association, or other public sector housing provider.
• Strong knowledge of housing disrepair legislation and landlord repairing obligations.
• Proven ability to diagnose building defects and produce detailed specifications of work.
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing remedial works programmes.
• Knowledge of damp and mould investigations, building pathology, and responsive repairs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with residents, contractors, and legal representatives.
• Relevant surveying qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent) desirable.

Why Join This Client?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established London Local Authority and play a key role in improving housing conditions for residents. You will be working within a supportive team environment, managing a varied caseload of disrepair matters and contributing to the delivery of a high‑quality housing repairs service.

Contract Details

• Initial 3-month contract.
• Strong likelihood of extension.
• Hybrid working available.
• Competitive daily rate.
• Immediate start preferred.