Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH-6; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental authority in London seeks a Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor to oversee technical inspections and repairs in housing stock. Your role will include diagnosing building defects and managing contractor performance to ensure high-quality service delivery. Requirements include strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. Join us in our mission to provide excellent housing outcomes for residents through collaborative efforts and innovative practices. This position offers a competitive starting salary and a fixed-term contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing building defects, damp, and structural issues.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and oversee contractors.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in housing services.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex surveying tasks to maintain and improve housing stock.
• Conduct detailed inspections across diverse properties.
• Provide expert advice on building pathology and disrepair prevention.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent problem-solving skills

Collaborative work ability

Job description

Job description

Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor

PO4: Starting salary £51,228 per annum incl LW

Fixed Term Contract or Secondment Opportunity for 6 months

About Us:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London’s largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese‑speaking community.

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.’

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world‑renowned institutions such as St Thomas’s Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Team:

The Responsive Repairs Team plays a vital role in ensuring Lambeth’s housing stock is safe, well‑maintained, and responsive to residents’ needs. We deliver a high‑quality repairs service across thousands of homes, working closely with contractors, surveyors, and neighbourhood housing colleagues to resolve issues efficiently and professionally. Our team is committed to continuous improvement, resident satisfaction, and collaborative working, supporting Lambeth’s ambition to provide excellent housing services that reflect our values of Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability.

About the Role:

As a Senior Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving Lambeth’s housing stock. You will lead on complex surveying tasks, including diagnosing building defects, damp and mould issues, and structural concerns, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and best practice standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out detailed inspections and surveys across a diverse range of properties.
• Preparing technical reports, specifications, and schedules of work for repairs and planned maintenance.
• Overseeing contractors and ensuring works are delivered to high quality, on time, and within budget.
• Providing expert advice to colleagues and residents on building pathology, disrepair prevention,ત્યં
• Supporting the council’s commitment to excellent housing outcomes by driving continuous DB improvement and innovation in repairs and maintenance services.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to deliver safe, healthy homes for Lambeth residents.

To be considered for interview:

Your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anna Tran at [e-mail].

How to Apply:

If you’re interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an ‘A’ at shortlist stage. неабatching

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: @11:59pm on Sunday 18 January 2025.

Interviews will be held on Friday 19th December 2025.

Please cleck here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits.

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At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.