Building Surveyor

A client within the Public Sector, based in Tyne and Wear, is currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their Responsive Repairs Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority environment.

The Role
Key purpose of the role:
To deliver a comprehensive building surveying service within the Responsive Repairs Team, ensuring property defects are accurately identified, repair works are specified and delivered in line with R&M policy, and customers are kept fully informed throughout the repairs process.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Carrying out all aspects of building surveying across the housing stock
• Undertaking daily property inspections and identifying defects and remedial works
• Producing detailed work packages and repair specifications
• Arranging and overseeing repair works in line with the organisation’s Repairs & Maintenance policy
• Liaising with contractors, internal teams, and residents to ensure works are completed efficiently

The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require:
• A relevant qualification such as HNC/HND or Degree in Building Surveying or Construction
• Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS or CIOB)
• Proven experience working within a local authority or public sector housing environment
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
• Strong knowledge of responsive repairs and maintenance processes
• Ability to diagnose building defects and specify appropriate remedial works
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and, as such, are offering £25 per hour Umbrella LTD (Inside IR35) (approx. £19 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amelia.krzysztofik@servicecare.org.uk or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

If this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details or forward this advert to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of their initial probationary period.