Property Maintenance Surveyor

Reed; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association is seeking a Property Surveyor to address complex property issues and improve living conditions in the East Midlands. Candidates should have a proven track record in managing property repairs, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of housing construction. The role offers a competitive salary and a flexible hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work on impactful projects

Flexible working model

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing and resolving complex property repairs and maintenance issues.
• Deep understanding of housing construction, maintenance diagnostics, and the NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Strong grasp of damp and mould diagnostics and ability to apply the HHSRS framework.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary expert for diagnosing and resolving complex building faults.
• Independently manage a diverse caseload including damp and mould and disrepair claims.
• Provide technical guidance and support ensuring quality across all property works.
• Engage in cross-team initiatives to enhance resident experience.

Skills

Complex property repairs

Housing construction knowledge

Damp and mould diagnostics

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Property Surveyor

• Annual Salary: £45,600k
• Location: East Midlands Nottingham/Derby
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
• Hybrid Working Model

Join a leading housing association as a Property Surveyor and make a significant impact on homes and lives in the East Midlands. This role offers the opportunity to address complex property issues, ensuring safe, secure, and well-maintained living conditions for residents.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary expert within the Property Directorate for diagnosing and resolving complex building faults.
• Independently manage a diverse caseload including damp and mould, insurance works, disrepair claims, and significant or specialist repairs.
• Lead the accurate diagnosis of building issues, utilizing your expertise in damp and mould, HHSRS, and building pathology to identify and categorise Category 1 & 2 hazards.
• Provide technical guidance and post-inspection support to colleagues, ensuring quality and consistency across all property works.
• Support the delivery of ad hoc planned works and contribute to continual service improvement through innovation and professional insight.
• Review and advise on home improvement requests, focusing on safeguarding our housing stock.
• Engage actively in cross-team initiatives that drive business improvement and enhance the resident experience.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven track record in managing and resolving complex property repairs and maintenance issues.
• Deep understanding of housing construction, maintenance diagnostics, and the NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Strong grasp of damp and mould diagnostics and the ability to effectively apply the HHSRS framework.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of translating technical issues into clear, resident-friendly solutions.
• Genuine curiosity, commitment, and drive to fix things right the first time—within budget and to the highest standard.
• Experience working collaboratively with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Full driving licence and access to own vehicle for business use.

Additional Information:

• This role requires contact with vulnerable adults. A Basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be completed upon employment offer and every three years thereafter.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that improve living conditions.
• Flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package that supports your lifestyle and well-being.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this Property Surveyor role and believe you meet the qualifications, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.