About the role Crawley is an exciting place to work, with a vibrant town centre and excellent transport connections. We are a stock retained authority with over 8,400 homes plus sheltered and hostel accommodation under our management, the stock is managed by the Crawley Homes division of the council. We are passionate about the services we deliver and our commitment to providing happy healthy homes to our residents. Crawley Homes is one of the leading social housing providers in the region who are at the beginning of a three-year stock condition survey programme. Delivering a 10 million pound per annum capital investment programme of works for replacement kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, windows and doors. We are looking to recruit to this role of Planned Maintenance Stock Condition Surveyor to assist us with the production and delivery of our Decent Homes programme. It is therefore an exciting time to join us to ensure you are part of this important agenda We are looking for someone who has: knowledge and ability to survey and collect accurate property condition and repair data to inform annual programmes of investment ability to deliver the Decent Homes Planned Maintenance Programme of works ability to work with partners to achieve our commitments knowledge and understanding of Decent Homes and Social Housing legislation experience and ability to work and consult with residents on maintenance matters You need to be highly motivated and able to work independently and as part of a very busy dynamic multi-skilled team, having the technical & professional skills to deliver the work as set out in the job description. It would be an advantage, although not essential, if you have worked within a social housing maintenance/project management environment with a strong background in working on Decent Homes projects. We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received. Additional information Working hours 37 hours per week, flexible working location, with a minimum of two days in the office. A full current UK driving licence will be a requirement of the role. Essential user car allowance (currently under review). May be required to work at a contractors' premises. Satisfactory clearance of a Basic Disclosure and Barring Check will be a condition of employment. Employee benefits We offer a generous employee benefits package, with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone. Our way of working Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match. Safer recruitment Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups. How to apply Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form. For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email robyn.comollicrawley.gov.uk, Planned Maintenance Manager or tim.honesscrawley.gov.uk, Asset Manager.