Repairs Surveyor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Hampshire-based council is seeking an experienced Repairs Surveyor to join a supportive team in Gosport. This role involves conducting inspections, managing repairs across a diverse housing portfolio, and ensuring compliance with regulations. If you have strong knowledge of building legislation and excellent customer service skills, this ongoing temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate along with mileage reimbursement for using your own vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in Building Surveying or equivalent.
• Experience in housing or commercial repairs environments.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day responsive repairs inspections across 3,000+ properties.
• Manage contractors, resolve disputes, and ensure compliance with health and safety.
• Carry out financial assessments and monitor value for money on repair works.

Skills

Building pathology

Construction legislation

Contract management

Organisational skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Building Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Surveying systems

Job description

Repairs Surveyor – Hampshire-based Council
£28.00 PAYE / £35.00 Umbrella or Deemed LTD (Inside IR35)
37 hours per week
Temporary, Ongoing Contract

We are currently working with a Hampshire-based local authority to recruit an experienced Repairs Surveyor. Based in Gosport, this is a key role within a small, supportive team delivering responsive repairs and maintenance services across a diverse housing and asset portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct day-to-day responsive repairs inspections across a 3,000+ property housing stock
• Diagnose defects, assess repair options and issue works orders accordingly
• Update stock condition data and carry out measured surveys
• Manage contractors, resolve disputes, and ensure compliance with contractual terms
• Liaise with residents and stakeholders to ensure high levels of customer service
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations including Asbestos and Working at Height
• Carry out financial assessments and monitor value for money on repair works

Requirements:

• Minimum HNC in Building Surveying (or equivalent construction-related qualification preferred)
• Experience working within housing or commercial repairs environments
• Strong knowledge of building pathology, construction legislation, and contract management
• Competent IT user with experience using Microsoft Office and surveying systems
• Excellent organisational, diagnostic, and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (Essential – mileage paid)

Contact:James at Service Care Solutions – 01772 208967 / [e-mail]