Repairs Surveyor

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked on our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff: Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability.

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

The Responsive Repairs Team plays a vital role in ensuring Lambeth’s housing stock is safe, well-maintained, and responsive to residents’ needs. We deliver a high-quality repairs service across thousands of homes, working closely with contractors, surveyors, and neighbourhood housing colleagues to resolve issues efficiently and professionally. Our team is committed to continuous improvement, resident satisfaction, and collaborative working, supporting Lambeth’s ambition to provide excellent housing services that reflect our values of Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability.

As a surveyor, you will play a key role in diagnosing, specifying and managing repairs across Lambeth’s housing stock. You will carry out pre- and post-inspections, identify defects, provide accurate technical specifications, and work closely with contractors to ensure works are completed to a high standard and within budget. You will need solid technical ability, an understanding of building problems, good customer service, and the ability to work with both residents and colleagues.

• Carry out pre-inspections of reported repairs and diagnose building defects, including complex and technical issues.
• Conduct post-inspections to ensure repairs are completed to specification and quality standards, addressing any non-compliance.
• Undertake damp & mould inspections, provide clear advice to residents, and identify long-term mitigation and prevention measures.
• Prepare technical reports, schedules of work and cost-effective solutions.
• Work in partnership with contractors, providing clear instructions and ensuring delivery meets contractual and legislative requirements.
• Advise neighbourhood housing staff on repairs, variations, and technical matters.
• Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately when visiting residents’ homes.
• Support continuous improvement, including contract performance monitoring and service development.

Your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence your experience, skills and qualifications relevant to this role.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anna Tran at Atran@lambeth.gov.uk.

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role.