NOTE: This is a 12 months fixed term job and it is NOT hybrid.
Work is expected to be delivered on site and in the office.
NOTE: Possible start date of the 5th August.
To ensure an effective surveying service is provided for the Liveability Team in Housing Services in a number of key areas in accordance with specifications, procedures and legislation; which include but is not exclusive to the following: • Provision of surveying services including the delivery of works and services programmes and projects to time, cost and quality. • Undertake physical pre-inspections of council stock in empty homes and communal locations. • Identification and accurate diagnosis of complex repairs for void properties, ensuring all works are completed in a timely and effective manner to prevent unnecessary financial loss to the council in disrepair claims. • Work closely with Disrepair Case managers and undertake inspections and write specifications relating to new disrepair claims under Section 11. • Provision of precise specification of repairs of a complex and technical nature to a professional standard for repairs relating to structural defects. • Ensure appropriate and effective consultation with residents. • Liaison with and efficient monitoring of repair contractors. • Devising and recommending cost effective solutions to repair problems. • Undertake quality checks and Post Inspections of completed works orders when selected. • Apply "Safeguarding" principles when visiting resident's homes, ensuring any concerns about vulnerable residents and children are reported via Housing Staff or Social Services.