Repairs & Surveying Opportunities

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization in the City of London is urgently recruiting for various roles in its Repairs Department to enhance the quality and safety of homes. Opportunities include Repairs Officers, Planners, Inspectors, and more. Applicants should have relevant experience, strong IT and organizational skills, and a commitment to service improvement. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing repairs, maintenance, surveying, or related roles.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Relevant technical qualifications for surveyor/inspector roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and scheduling responsive repairs and maintenance works.
• Inspecting properties and identifying repair requirements.
• Managing contractors and ensuring compliance with service standards.

Skills

Experience in housing repairs

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling systems

Job description

Overview

Job Description About the roles: We are working with a leading housing provider on an urgent recruitment campaign to strengthen their Repairs Department ahead of Awaab’s Law, which comes into force on 27th October 2025. As part of this project, we are looking for professionals across a range of positions, from operational to technical and managerial. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact programme that will directly improve the quality and safety of homes for .

Current vacancies

• X3 Repairs Officers (Level 2 & 3)
• X3 Repairs Planners / Schedulers
• X3 Repairs Inspectors (Level 2)
• X2 Building Surveyors (Level 3)
• X1 Senior Building Surveyor
• X1 Repairs Delivery Manager

Key responsibilities (vary by role, but may include)

• Coordinating and scheduling responsive repairs and maintenance works
• Inspecting properties and identifying repair requirements
• Managing contractors, works orders, and ensuring compliance with service standards
• Producing reports, maintaining accurate records, and updating systems
• Supporting the delivery of housing repairs in line with new legislative requirements
• Providing excellent customer service to , contractors, and colleagues

What we’re looking for

• Experience in housing repairs, maintenance, surveying, or related roles
• Strong IT and organisational skills (MS Office / scheduling systems)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Relevant technical qualifications (for surveyor/inspector roles)
• Basic DBS clearance required for inspector and surveyor roles

Why apply?

This is a chance to be part of a high-profile programme at a critical time for the housing sector. You’ll be making a direct impact on ’ homes while gaining valuable experience in an organisation committed to service improvement.

How to apply

If you are immediately available or on short notice, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply today with your CV and indicate which role(s) you’d like to be considered for.