Surveyor

Job Title: Surveyor (Social Housing)
Location: North London
Salary: £60,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

Are you an experienced Surveyor with a strong background in social housing? We are recruiting on behalf of a leading housing provider looking for a skilled professional to assess, plan, and oversee painting, general repairs, and maintenance works across their housing stock. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality standards while delivering excellent service to tenants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveys and inspections of properties to assess painting, general repairs, and maintenance requirements.

• Prepare detailed work specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for both planned and reactive maintenance works.

• Ensure all works are carried out to agreed standards, within budget, and in compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).

• Monitor contractor performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards.

• Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and other stakeholders to coordinate works effectively and minimise disruption.

• Provide technical advice on painting materials, coatings, general maintenance, and best practices.

• Investigate and resolve complaints or issues related to maintenance and painting works.

• Maintain accurate records and reports on completed projects and performance metrics.

• Work closely with the Compliance and Health & Safety teams to ensure all work adheres to relevant regulations and policies.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a surveying role within painting, general repairs, and maintenance, preferably in social housing.

• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, general maintenance practices, and compliance requirements.

• Excellent analytic, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise workloads effectively.

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices.

• Experience using housing management or surveying systems.

• Relevant qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) in painting and decorating, maintenance, or a related field is desirable.

• Full UK driving licence

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Car allowance

• Pension scheme.

• Career development and training opportunities.

• Employee well-being and support programs.

If you're an experienced Surveyor looking for a new challenge within social housing, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career.