Property Surveyor (Building Services), Inverness

Highland Council; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Inverness is seeking a Property Surveyor to conduct condition assessments of mechanical and electrical services in buildings. The role includes managing property estate and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a relevant degree and experience in building services surveying. Salary ranges from £44,590 to £48,266 per annum with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in surveying building services, preferably in public sector.
• Access to personal transport and commitment to travel across the Council's area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Assess condition and suitability of council buildings.
• Manage General Fund property estate and contribute to strategic policies.

Skills

Surveying building services

Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards

Report writing

Project management

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant professional subject

Membership in a recognized professional body (CIBSE preferred)

Job description

Salary: £44,590 - £48,266 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

Job Description

Post Title: Property Surveyor (Building Services)

Location: Inverness

Hours: 35 hours per week

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £44,590 - £48,266 p.a.

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

Job Purpose: To undertake a programme of condition and suitability surveys of the mechanical and electrical building services of the Council’s property portfolio 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.

To assist in the management of the Council’s General Fund property estate and to assist in developing and contributing to strategic policies and procedures.

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

Please find the Job Description below.

The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve, and particularly encourage applications 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 requirements for the post.

Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in 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, as well as a commitment to regular travel across the Council’s area.