Maintenance Surveyor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Surveyor for a temporary role within their Property Services team. This position is crucial for managing responsive repairs, voids, and compliance across a diverse housing portfolio. You will collaborate closely with residents and contractors to ensure that all works are executed on time and to the highest standards, maintaining customer satisfaction throughout. If you possess a Level 3 Diploma in Surveying and a strong background in social housing, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include a Level 3 Diploma in Surveying and membership of RICS or CIOB.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations and proven experience in social housing is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee responsive repairs and cyclical maintenance across a diverse housing portfolio.
• Manage a caseload of repairs, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

Building Regulations Knowledge

Communication Skills

Project Management

Customer Service

IT Skills (Excel, Word)

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Surveying, Property, and Maintenance

Degree-level qualification in a related field

Tools

Data Management Systems

Job description

Job Advert – Maintenance Surveyor (Housing Association – Temporary Contract)

Client: Housing Association in Surrey

Job Title: Maintenance Surveyor

Location: Surrey

Contract: Temporary

Rate: £34 per hour Umbrella LTD / £27 per hour PAYE

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: We’re working with a leading housing provider to recruit a Maintenance Surveyor on a temporary basis. This is a vital role within the regional Property Services team, responsible for overseeing a wide range of works including responsive repairs, voids, disrepair claims, and cyclical maintenance across a diverse housing portfolio. You’ll work closely with residents, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure that all works are delivered on time, to budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance, maintaining customer satisfaction throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Carry out pre- and post-inspections, technical assessments, and detailed repair surveys
2. Manage a caseload of responsive and cyclical repairs, void property inspections, complex works, and insurance claims
3. Oversee delivery and performance of contractors across a regional repairs budget of approx. £2m
4. Produce accurate technical reports, costings, and ensure high-quality standards for all instructed works
5. Support the delivery of works in line with legal disrepair cases, environmental health orders, and group processes
6. Monitor compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including asbestos and CDM requirements
7. Liaise closely with M&E contractors and internal teams to ensure smooth coordination of works
8. Ensure timely turnaround of void properties and minimise rent loss by maintaining standards
9. Drive excellent levels of customer service and satisfaction, maintaining strong communication with residents

What We’re Looking For:

1. Level 3 Diploma in Surveying, Property, and Maintenance (essential)
2. Membership of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB (essential)
3. Strong knowledge of building regulations, planning, health & safety, and asset compliance
4. Proven experience in social housing, particularly in responsive repairs and voids management
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
6. Strong IT skills – particularly in Excel, Word, and data management systems
7. Experience managing small projects and working with CDM requirements
8. Ability to work independently and prioritise in a fast-paced, changing environment

Desirable:

1. Degree-level qualification in a related field
2. Experience in a housing association or local authority setting
3. Flexibility to travel regionally and attend meetings outside standard hours
4. Full UK driving licence

How to Apply: If this sounds like your next role, or you'd like to discuss similar opportunities, give us a call on 01772 208967 or email [e-mail]