Job Title: Disrepair Building Surveyor Location: Yeovil Hybrid: Working Job Purpose: The Disrepair Building Surveyor is responsible for managing and progressing repairs on disrepair claims through to completion. This role involves conducting pre-work surveys, reviewing expert reports, and creating job specifications for necessary repairs. The surveyor ensures that all work is completed in a timely and effective manner to prevent unnecessary financial loss and to maintain the quality of housing stock. Key Responsibilities: Conduct pre-inspections and building surveys to identify defects and prepare detailed reports and specifications. Review expert reports and disrepair letters of claim. Create job specifications using Schedule of Rates (SOR) codes for repairs to be carried out by contractors. Monitor and liaise with repair contractors to ensure timely and effective completion of works. Provide technical expertise and advice to staff and stakeholders regarding cost-effective repairs and maintenance. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Section 11 and Environmental Protection Act claims. Conduct post-inspections to ensure the quality and completeness of repair works. Collaborate with Disrepair Case Officers and other departments to ensure seamless service delivery. Apply safeguarding principles when visiting residents' homes, reporting any concerns about vulnerable residents to appropriate authorities. Key Skills and Qualifications: Degree in Building Surveying or a related field. Professional membership with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or equivalent proffered not essential. Extensive experience in building surveying, particularly in managing disrepair, damp & mould, repair projects. Strong knowledge of building construction, defects diagnosis, and repair techniques. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure. Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for surveying and reporting. Benefits Competitive Salary unto £47,000 Company vehicle 26 days annual leave plus the ability to buy and sell holiday dates Competitive pension contribution. What to do next If you are a well-rounded/experienced building surveyor who is looking for new challenges within the Southwest, apply online today, or reach out to Alexander Craib or Tom Yeo at Hays for a confidential conversation. - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk ADZN1_UKTJ