At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct hazard surveys and ensure compliance with Awaab's Law in North London.
- Company: Local authority focused on housing safety and community well-being.
- Benefits: Competitive daily pay, hybrid work model, and a contract lasting 6-12 months.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with significant impact.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in improving housing safety and making a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in HHSRS assessments and good report writing skills.
The predicted salary is between 34200 - 41800 £ per year.
Location: North London (hybrid, with site visits)
Pay: £350 – £400 per day (umbrella)
Job type: Contract, 6 – 12 months
Industry: Housing / Property / Surveying
Summary: Interim HHSRS Surveyor for a local authority in North London. You'll carry out hazard surveys ahead of Awaab's Law Phase 2 on 30 November.
Description: Braxfield Recruitment is working with a local authority in North London to find an interim HHSRS Compliance Surveyor on a 6 – 12 month contract. Phase 2 of Awaab's Law comes into force on 30 November 2026 and brings more hazards under strict response timescales. The council is strengthening its surveying team to meet the new requirements. This is a key role at an important time for the sector.
The role:
- Carry out Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) inspections across the council's housing stock
- Assess the hazards covered by the new requirements, including heating, cooling and ventilation (excess cold and heat)
- Assess and report on damp and mould, and specify remedial works
- Identify everyday hazards such as cluttered stairwells, trip hazards and fire risks
- Produce clear, accurate survey reports and schedules of works within the required timescales
- Liaise with residents, repairs teams and contractors to make sure hazards are resolved
About you:
- Experience carrying out HHSRS assessments, ideally in social housing or a local authority
- Good understanding of Awaab's Law and the upcoming Phase 2 changes
- Experience diagnosing damp and mould and specifying remedial works
- A relevant HHSRS or surveying qualification is desirable
- Good report writing, and confident dealing with residents
- Able to travel to properties across the borough
What's on offer:
- £350 – £400 per day via umbrella
- 6 – 12 month contract
- Hybrid working, with site visits as needed
To find out more, apply now or contact Matt Low at Braxfield Recruitment.
HHSRS Compliance Surveyor employer: Braxfield Recruitment Limited
Join a leading London-based housing association that prioritises resident satisfaction and safety, offering a dynamic work environment where your expertise in technical surveying will directly impact the community. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have opportunities for professional growth while working collaboratively in a supportive team culture. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and a competitive day rate, all while contributing to a high-profile service area that is modernising to meet the latest regulatory standards.
Contact Details:
Braxfield Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
