Repairs Surveyor

3 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

We are currently working in partnership with an award-winning Housing Association based in Berkshire, who are looking to appoint a Repairs Surveyor on a Permanent basis.


This will be a full-time position based in Berkshire, with hybrid working (2/3 days home working) and a salary of £46,200 per annum.


The ideal candidate will have recent experience and a full driving license and access to own transport.


Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Undertaking surveys relating to responsive repairs, void properties and stock condition, disrepair claims and programmed planned revenue works such as painting programmes
  • Inspecting and assessing any repair requests and defects where an immediate repair may not be appropriate, and technical advice is required to identify and advise on appropriate solutions
  • Investigating technical defects or cases of disrepair as required, to include inspection of the property and provide written Housing Conditions reports as appropriate.
  • Giving full technical support to legal department in respect of disrepair or legal claims received
  • Providing technical maintenance advice to support business decisions, including liaising with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors or consultants
  • Obtaining quotations (when required) for repairs and/or specialist works from subcontractors


Experience required:

  • Experience in building maintenance or building surveying
  • Experience working for either a Housing Association or Local Government


Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Relevant degree or HND/HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification
  • Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (advantageous)
  • Good understanding of the usual Microsoft Office software as well as an appreciation of the opportunities presented by software designed specifically for maintenance management


Rewards and Benefits:

  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible working days
  • Holiday purchase, pension scheme, bike to work scheme, health benefits


Working hours:

  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm


Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.


James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.


At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


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