Property Surveyor (Building Services), Inverness - HGH17498

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

Job summary

A local government authority in Inverness is seeking a Property Surveyor to conduct condition surveys and assess council buildings' compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and several years of surveying experience, preferably in the public sector. This is a permanent position offering a salary range of £44,590 - £48,266 per annum, and applicants are encouraged from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition and suitability surveys of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Assess the condition and suitability of council buildings to ensure safety standards.
• Assist in the management of the Council's General Fund property estate.

Skills

Surveying building services

Understanding of regulatory standards

Health and safety compliance

Education

Degree or diploma in relevant professional subject matter

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: £44,590 - £48,266 p.a.
Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale.

Contact Person: Neil McDougall 07733 015025

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 help develop and contribute to strategic policies and procedures.

Please APPLY ONLINE. If you are unable to apply online and wish to request an offline application pack, 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 and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups 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 usually be contacted by email. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders.

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 and a commitment to regular travel across the Council's area.