Senior Building Surveyor

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives.

About the Team & The Role

It's an exciting time to be working at Bath & North East Somerset as we implement an organisational change programme that is transforming the way we work, and we embark on a period of significant capital investment, across a range of transport and highways projects, begin the journey to rationalise our Corporate Estate to better deliver our operational services, develop our flagship sites at Bath Quays and Somer Valley, and deliver our ambitious housing programme through a pipeline of activity and allocation of strategic sites.

It is a challenging time too because we have lots to do, with a clear mandate from the current administration to deliver this ambitious capital programme. To do this we are recruiting to smarter structures to resource and supplement the great teams we have. We need people with the same level of drive, experience and determination, and those who aspire to develop careers in a fast pace organisation.

The difference we make will improve peoples lives in the district and regionally as we work with the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, through greater devolution, to help fund the capital programme.

Working closely with other council colleagues our experienced and dedicated Surveyors and Engineers look after a very large portfolio of council assets, continually inspecting and assessing on a whole range of building issues from mechanical and electrical services, buildings fabric and structural elements and assess how the building is functioning to allow services to be delivered for our customers. Carrying out effective and efficient maintenance plays a crucial role in not only complying with health and safety law, but also in extending the life of our buildings by helping to ensure failures that could impact on services don't happen.

So come and join our award winning teams on this generational journey that will transform the district and contribute to the regional growth agenda.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact Miles Barnes, Project Manager - Maintenance Programmes, or call

Interview date: 14/07/2026

Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible

No Agencies Please.

• Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

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The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.

Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.