At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect properties, diagnose defects, and manage housing disrepair claims.
- Company: Leading organisation in social housing with a commitment to quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by improving their homes.
- Qualifications: Experience in social housing and knowledge of building pathology required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
The Disrepair Surveyor is responsible for managing housing disrepair claims across the organisation s social housing portfolio.
The role involves inspecting properties, diagnosing building defects, preparing specifications for remedial works, managing contractors, ensuring legal compliance, and delivering high-quality repairs that improve customer satisfaction while reducing the organisation s exposure to disrepair litigation.
The successful candidate will possess extensive experience within the social housing sector and demonstrate a sound understanding of building pathology, property maintenance, repairs legislation, and landlord responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities The post holder will carry out detailed inspections of occupied and void social housing properties to identify building defects and investigate reported disrepair issues.
They will diagnose the root causes of defects and prepare comprehensive survey reports, schedules of works, specifications, and cost estimates to support the delivery of appropriate remedial works.
The role includes managing housing disrepair cases from initial inspection through to completion, ensuring that all works are delivered within agreed timescales and in accordance with legal requirements.
The Surveyor will work closely with legal teams by providing technical advice, preparing reports to support disrepair claims, and attending court proceedings, mediations, or expert meetings where requi...
Disrepair Surveyor employer: 1st Select
1st Select is an excellent employer for Graduate Mechanical & Electrical Surveying Engineers, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from extensive training opportunities and the chance to travel across the UK, enhancing both their skills and career prospects. The supportive environment and commitment to high-quality service make it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
