Maintenance Surveyor

Stride; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A property services company is looking for a Maintenance Surveyor in Exeter to manage maintenance issues, support repair operations, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of housing standards and experience dealing with damp and mould issues. Competitive benefits include generous holiday allowances and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 30)

12% matched pension contributions

Flexible working arrangements

Options for private medical and dental cover

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of housing maintenance standards and regulations.
• Experience dealing with damp, mould, and condensation issues.
• Must be able to pass a basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and diagnose day-to-day maintenance issues.
• Support the delivery of repair works focused on damp and mould.
• Carry out property inspections before, during, and after works.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Housing maintenance standards

Dealing with damp and mould

Good IT skills (Microsoft Excel)

Commercial awareness

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Surveyor to join our Property Services Team. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving maintenance issues, supporting in-house trade teams and contractors, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across your designated area.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and diagnose day-to-day maintenance issues.
• Support the delivery of repair works, with a strong focus on damp, mould, and condensation.
• Carry out property inspections before, during, and after works.
• Provide detailed specifications including scope of works, cost estimates, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records in property systems.
• Develop and maintain local knowledge of assets and customer needs.
• Commit to ongoing personal and professional development.

What We're Looking For

• Strong understanding of housing maintenance standards and regulations.
• Experience dealing with damp, mould, and condensation issues.
• Familiarity with Awaab's Law and HHSRS.
• Ability to prepare and interpret work schedules/specifications.
• Commercial awareness and budget tracking skills.
• Good IT skills, especially in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (role involves travel).
• Must be able to pass a basic DBS check.

What We Offer

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30 with service)
• 12% matched pension contributions and life cover (4x salary)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Options for private medical, dental, and critical illness cover
• Discounted shopping, cycling, and travel insurance schemes