Repairs Surveyor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for evening meetings and occasional overnight stays

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Repairs Surveyor for a Housing Association in London. This full-time role requires at least 5 years of property maintenance experience, focusing on repairs and inspections. Offering competitive pay of £34 per hour, the position allows for flexible working hours, supporting the maintenance service to tenants. Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience of property maintenance work, preferably within housing.
• Experience in property inspection and diagnosing common property defects.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the maintenance service including repairs and voids.
• Maintain the quality and effectiveness of services to tenants.
• Ensure outstanding work orders are managed according to procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of building and health and safety legislation

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Repairs Surveyor role at James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd. We are currently partnering with a Housing Association in North West London and they are recruiting for a Repairs Surveyor on an ongoing temporary basis. This is a full-time position working 35 hours per week, with a rate of £34 per hour. The start date is subject to notice.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the maintenance service including repairs, voids, planned and cyclical works
• Support the achievement of key performance targets in the region
• Maintain the quality and effectiveness of services to the association's tenants
• Deliver a local minor adaptations service, within agreed budgets
• Ensure outstanding work orders are managed as per the Operating Procedures
• Undertake a representative sample of repairs inspections after completion on all repairs and voids as directed
• Update Housing Management Asset System immediately following planned works installations; databases are promptly updated following programmes of work
• Undertake void inspection and specification in line with the Operating Procedures

Experience required

• At least 5 years' experience of property maintenance work, preferably within housing, including undertakings such as property inspection and diagnosing common property defects

Skills, knowledge and expertise

• A sound knowledge and understanding of building and health and safety at work legislation

Rewards and Benefits

• Able to work flexible hours, including evening meetings and occasional overnight stays away from home

Working hours

• 35 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 9am–5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.