Stock Condition Surveyor

4Recruitment Services; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Stock Condition Surveyor to assess the condition and life expectancy of housing and garage stock in the New Forest area. You will conduct inspections, record data, and support maintenance efforts. Candidates should have a degree in a construction-related field and strong knowledge of building pathology and legislation. A driving license is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of building construction and defect diagnosis.
• Qualification as a Domestic Energy Assessor and P402 Asbestos Surveyor preferred.
• Excellent understanding of CDM Regulations and Gas Safety.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Stock Condition Surveys to assess housing and garage stock.
• Record and update survey data in the Asset Management System.
• Conduct regular inspections and support maintenance work.

Skills

Building construction knowledge

Pathology and defect diagnosis

Good IT skills

Communication with tenants and contractors

Education

Degree in construction-related subject or HNC/HND

Tools

Microsoft Office

Asset management software

Job description

Overview

Role: Stock Condition Surveyor

Location: New Forest, Southampton

Ongoing contract

What You’ll Be Doing

• Undertake Stock Condition Surveys (SCS) to assess the current condition and life expectancy of key components in housing and garage stock.
• Record and update survey data in the Asset Management System (Keystone) and ensure its accuracy.
• Carry out HHSRS evaluations, EPC assessments, asbestos (P402) surveys and other specialist inspections as required.
• Conduct regular inspections of play parks and equipment within Housing Services' responsibility.
• Assist in producing a long-term Asset Management Plan, including identifying properties for disposal and land for future development.
• Support the delivery of planned maintenance, refurbishments, conversions and improvement works, acting as client and providing technical input.
• Maintain accurate asset data and contribute to the development of capital investment programmes (1, 5, 10 and 30 years).
• Provide advice on maintenance priorities and contribute to strategic housing decisions.
• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and colleagues to ensure high standards of service and effective communication.
• Contribute to project teams, tenant consultation groups, and councillor briefings.

About You

• A degree in a construction-related subject or HNC/HND in Building Construction with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of building construction, pathology and defect diagnosis.
• Qualification as a Domestic Energy Assessor and P402 Asbestos Surveyor (or willingness to gain).
• Excellent understanding of relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations, Gas Safety, Control of Asbestos, Party Wall Act.
• Knowledge of HHSRS and experience of carrying out housing-related surveys.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office and asset management software).
• A full driving licence.

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

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