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.