Disrepair Surveyor - East London Housing Standards Lead

The Construction Index Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority team is seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to inspect residential properties in East London. The role involves diagnosing building defects, managing disrepair claims, and collaborating with legal teams to ensure compliance with housing standards. Candidates should have a strong technical background, excellent report writing skills, and proven experience in a housing context. This temporary role offers competitive hourly rates and presents an opportunity to impact housing standards significantly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Disrepair Surveyor in a Local Authority or social housing.
• Sound understanding of housing legislation and disrepair protocols.
• Experience in producing reports for legal claims.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential properties for disrepair complaints.
• Diagnose building defects including damp, leaks, and structural issues.
• Prepare schedules of works and cost estimates.
• Act as technical lead on disrepair cases.
• Monitor contractor performance and inspect completed works.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of residential building construction

Excellent report writing skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage a high caseload

Education

Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, or Housing

Job description

A local authority team is seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to inspect residential properties in East London. The role involves diagnosing building defects, managing disrepair claims, and collaborating with legal teams to ensure compliance with housing standards. Candidates should have a strong technical background, excellent report writing skills, and proven experience in a housing context. This temporary role offers competitive hourly rates and presents an opportunity to impact housing standards significantly.