Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor

Lambeth; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A London borough is seeking a Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor to enhance housing stock quality through detailed inspections and contractor oversight. The role involves diagnosing building defects, ensuring compliance, and providing expert advice to residents. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities, along with a commitment to delivering effective housing outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to lead vital repairs services in a diverse community, reflecting values of equity and accountability.

Benefits

Anonymised application process

Guaranteed interviews for disabled candidates

Living Wage Employer

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in building pathology and compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and teamwork skills.
• Track record of overseeing contractors in housing repair projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed building inspections and prepare technical reports.
• Oversee contractors for quality assurance and timely deliveries.
• Advise colleagues and residents on property safety and maintenance.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative work

Education

Relevant surveying qualifications

Job description

Senior Neighbourhood Surveyor

PO: Starting salary £, per annum incl LW

Fixed Term Contract or Secondment Opportunity for months

About Us:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over , 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 th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

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.

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, and property safety.
• Supporting the council’s commitment to excellent housing outcomes by driving continuous 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.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below.

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anna Tran at A

How to Apply:

If you're interest 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.

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: @:pm on Sunday January .

Interviews will be held on Friday th December

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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,