Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.
Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Surveying Manager to join our Asset Management Team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role will be responsible for leading all technical property-related surveying duties, providing expert knowledge of policies, legislation, and regulations such as Planning Permission and Building Regulations. You will also manage a team of Surveyors, ensuring the effective delivery of Eastlight’s surveying services by supporting them with their workload, identifying their training needs, and empowering them to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day duties will include:
1. Overseeing the stock condition process.
2. Leading on complex property issues and disputes.
3. Managing energy performance certifications.
4. Ensuring the effective delivery of remedial works for issues like damp and condensation.
5. Supporting with the Landlords consent and disrepair claims processes.
Qualifications and Experience
To succeed in this role, you will need:
1. A relevant degree in Building Surveying or an HND/HNC level or a related equivalent qualification in construction.
2. Extensive experience in surveying at a senior level, particularly within social housing.
3. Excellent technical knowledge of domestic property construction and defect identification.
4. The ability to manage complex surveying projects, including damp and condensation issues.
5. The ability to develop and lead a team, along with a proven track record of managing staff in a surveying or construction field.
Compensation and Benefits
To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector-leading total rewards package:
* £56,520 per annum + £2,200 car allowance
* Permanent, Full-Time
* Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
* Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
* BUPA healthcare cash plan, life assurance
* Formal qualifications and paid professional membership
At Eastlight, we support, develop, and invest in our people, creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.
Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk.
Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.
Any internal applications from employees whose roles are formally at risk will be given priority consideration for this position in accordance with our redeployment process.
Closing date: 20th March 2025
Interview date: Interviews are expected to be held on the 28th of March 2025, in-person at the Braintree Hub. In addition, there will be a second Assessment Stage which will take place via Microsoft Teams on the 3rd of April 2025.
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