Repairs Surveyor

Goodman Masson; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Repairs Surveyor to join a housing repairs team in Essex, UK. The successful candidate will conduct property surveys, manage repairs, and ensure quality standards are maintained throughout projects. The role requires experience in surveying within social housing, knowledge of building maintenance, and a commitment to excellent customer service. A relevant technical qualification is essential, and project management experience is preferred. The role offers competitive pay at £35-£40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in a social housing or residential property environment.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and diagnostic techniques.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed property surveys and produce comprehensive reports.
• Manage delivery of repair works and supervise contractors.
• Inspect completed works for quality standards.

Skills

Experience in surveying within a social housing or residential property environment.

Knowledge of building maintenance

Diagnostic techniques

Damp/mould management

Project management

Excellent customer service

Education

Relevant technical qualification (e.g., HND in surveying)

Degree in a surveying-related subject

Job description

Goodman Masson are currently working with a social housing organisation in Essex to recruit for an interim Repairs Surveyor.

Pay Rate: £35 - £40 per hour Umbrella

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Repairs Surveyor to join our dynamic housing repairs team. In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping our housing stock safe, well‑maintained, and delivering excellent outcomes for our customers. You'll carry out detailed property surveys, manage complex repairs, and oversee projects from instruction to completion, all while ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct detailed property surveys, diagnosing complex repair issues and producing comprehensive reports.
• Manage delivery of repair works and complex cases, supervising contractors and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Inspect completed works to ensure quality standards and value for money.
• Review contractor quotations and variations against contract requirements.
• Monitor performance, manage KPIs, and report on service outcomes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues, resolving challenging repair issues collaboratively.
• Respond to customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring exceptional service at all times.
• Stay curious and bring forward ideas to improve processes and the customer experience.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in surveying within a social housing or residential property environment.
• Knowledge of building maintenance, diagnostic techniques, and damp/mould management.
• Project management experience, including procurement, delivery, and supervision.
• Familiarity with health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Proven commitment to excellent customer service.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications:

• Relevant technical qualification, e.g., HND in surveying or equivalent industry experience.
• Degree in a surveying‑related subject desirable.

If this role is of interest, please email over your CV to (url removed)