Surveyor required to cover the Essex area, Day to day repairs, Major voids, Legal disrepair and AA feasibility inspections
Maintenance Surveyor
- Location: Essex Area
- Salary: £35 per hour
- Job Type: 6 - 9 months contract
- Work pattern - remote
We are recruiting on behalf of high-profile social housing provider, looking for a dedicated Maintenance Surveyor to join their team. This role is responsible for conducting pre and post-inspections for responsive repairs, void works, and cyclical repairs within the assigned area. The ideal candidate will ensure exceptional customer service, manage contractor performance, and oversee a significant budget, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.
Day to Day of the Role:
- Delivering a comprehensive Repairs & Maintenance service, including surveying, disrepair works, and major/complex works.
- Conducting diagnostic inspections, surveys, and technical reports, offering accurate technical advice.
- Managing insurance claims, property inspections, and liaising with adjusters and insurance teams.
- Serving as a technical lead during the handover of new developments to ensure quality control.
- Controlling budgetary spend within the area of operation, reviewing invoices, and resolving contractor submissions.
- Managing legal disrepair claims and Environmental Health Orders, providing detailed reports and managing complex repairs.
- Coordinating with in-house service providers, M&E contractors, and external subcontractors to ensure top-tier service delivery.
- Managing and coordinating empty properties to minimize rental loss and maximize returns.
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety policies, including asbestos management.
- Maintaining excellent customer satisfaction through proactive collaborative working with repair providers.
- Keeping professional and personal development up to date.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance Level 3 or equivalent.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS or CIOB) is essential.
- Knowledge of the Social Housing Sector and its regulations.
- Demonstrable knowledge of building construction, standards, planning regulations, and relevant legislation.
- Financial management skills within a contractor management context.
- Intermediate level experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.