Repairs Maintenance Surveyor

Carbon 60; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority housing service is seeking a Housing Maintenance Surveyor to conduct inspections, manage repair orders, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in housing surveying and relevant qualifications such as Building ONC or CIOB/RICS. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and inclusive environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in housing surveying and project environments.
• Membership of RICS, CIH, or similar professional body is desirable.
• Political awareness and ability to advise senior elected members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-inspections of repair works.
• Diagnose defects and manage works orders.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Extensive experience in housing surveying

Strong negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Building ONC, CIOB/RICS

HNC/Degree or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Housing Maintenance Surveyor

Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Department: Housing Management - Property Services (Repairs)

Salary: £27.40 PAYE - £34.48 (Umbrella)

Contract Type: Temporary - On-Going

Reports to: Principal Surveyor

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-inspections of repair works, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.
• Diagnose defects and faults, manage works orders, and oversee inspections.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including CDM and asbestos control.
• Provide technical advice and recommendations for maintenance strategies.
• Liaise with residents, resident associations, and local services to support community development.
• Manage escalated or complex customer issues and repairs.
• Lead on contract management and ensure programmes are delivered on time.
• Represent the council in technical forums and contribute to service improvement plans.
• Maintain accurate records using the department's information systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential Qualifications: Building ONC, CIOB/RICS, ideally chartered surveyor or equivalent. HNC/Degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Desirable: Membership of RICS, CIH, or similar professional body. Professional qualification in surveying or substantial relevant experience.
• Skills & Experience: Extensive experience in housing surveying and project environments. Strong negotiation skills with contractors and stakeholders. Political awareness and ability to advise senior elected members. Attention to detail and robust data management. Commitment to continuous professional development.

Values & Behaviours

• Putting Communities First - We listen, include, and respond to our residents.
• Respect - We value diversity and treat everyone fairly.
• Integrity - We act with honesty, empathy, and transparency.
• Working Together - We collaborate across teams and with our community.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives.
• Work in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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