Building Maintenance Surveyor
Posted:
9 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
6 October 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose
Ensure responsive repairs new build handovers and housing asset improvement works are delivered to a high standard meeting quality safety and customer satisfaction expectations. Monitor contractor performance support service delivery and contribute to the effective management of housing assets and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct post-inspections of responsive repair works to ensure compliance with specifications health and safety requirements and contract standards.
- Inspect and sign off new build property handovers ensuring homes are completed free from defects.
- Monitor the quality and fire safety standards of fibre optic broadband and mobile phone mast installations within housing stock.
- Supervise contractors and consultants on site to ensure works are delivered safely efficiently and to the required quality standards.
- Work closely with residents resident groups elected members contractors and internal stakeholders to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Liaise with Repairs and Investment teams and other Council departments to support the procurement and delivery of maintenance and investment programmes.
- Support the achievement of service objectives key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Deputise for the Quality and Performance Manager when required.
Requirements
- Experience in building maintenance surveying property inspection or housing asset management.
- Strong knowledge of building construction responsive repairs planned maintenance and health and safety regulations.
- Experience supervising contractors and monitoring quality standards.
- Ability to identify defects assess workmanship and ensure compliance with specifications and contractual requirements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Relevant qualification in Building Surveying Construction or a related discipline is desirable.
Additional Information
- Hours per Week: 35 Hours
- Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich (Site-based within the housing portfolio (travel required))
- Bi-Weekly Payments