Property Surveyor (Building Services), Inverness

Highland Council; Inverness; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Property Surveyor to conduct essential surveys of building services within its property portfolio. This role is crucial for ensuring that all council facilities comply with safety and health regulations while also supporting strategic maintenance planning. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and several years of experience in building services surveying, ideally within the public sector. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful community projects.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in surveying building services.
• Degree or diploma in a relevant professional subject.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition and suitability surveys of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Assess council buildings to ensure they meet safety and health standards.

Skills

Surveying building services

Condition assessment

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant subject

Membership with CIBSE or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Post Title: Property Surveyor (Building Services)

Location: Inverness

Hours: 35 hours per week

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £42,879 - £46,410 p.a.

Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale.

Purpose of the Job

To undertake a programme of condition and suitability surveys of the mechanical and electrical building services of the Council’s property portfolio. This aims to provide a uniform and objective basis for obtaining detailed information on the current state of council’s premises and allow for strategic forecasting of lifecycle maintenance work required.

To assess the condition and suitability of council buildings and facilities, ensuring they meet safety, health, and regulatory standards. This role involves conducting detailed surveys in accordance with Scottish Government requirements, reporting on the condition of structures, and recommending necessary repairs and maintenance to support the effective operation of council facilities. Additionally, to assist in the management of the Council’s General Fund property estate and contribute to strategic policies and procedures.

Application Process

Please APPLY ONLINE. If you are unable to apply online and wish to request an offline application pack, please contact Business Support at T: 01955 608279 (24-hour voicemail) quoting the post reference number above.

The Highland Council values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity, fairness, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce.

As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the post.

Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in a relevant professional subject matter.
• Membership with a recognized professional body such as CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) or equivalent is preferred (for the Building Services position).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in surveying building services, preferably within the public sector.
• Access to personal transport and a commitment to regular travel across the Council’s area.