Legal Disrepair Surveyor

Location: Hackney

Our client, a reputable Building Maintenance Contractor working in the social housing sector is seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to join their team on a temp-perm basis covering the Hackney and Haringay area.

£43-45k per annum

Plus car allowance or company van.

Previous experience in a similar role is ESSENTIAL.

Half the time is office based and the other half will be out in the field conducting surveys (Up to 16 per week).

Job Overview

-Undertake inspections of occupied social housing to identify building defects and disrepair,
-Diagnose causes of disrepair including damp, mould, condensation, structural defects, roofing failures, and deterioration of building fabric
-Assess properties in accordance with relevant legislation, including the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act, and HHSRS
-Prepare detailed inspection reports, Schedules of Works, specifications, and cost estimates to remedy identified disrepair
-Respond to housing disrepair claims and complaints, completing pre-action protocol inspections and providing technical input to legal services
-Support legal proceedings by producing accurate, evidence-based reports and attending case conferences or court as required
-Manage and monitor contractors carrying out remedial works, ensuring compliance with specifications, health & safety regulations, and council standards
-Liaise effectively with tenants, housing officers, legal teams, and external contractors, maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach
-Ensure works are delivered within agreed timescales, budgets, and service level agreements
-Identify and escalate risks relating to asbestos, fire safety, safeguarding, and occupant vulnerability
-Maintain accurate records of inspections, defects, and completed works using housing management and asset systems

If you feel you have the skills and experience for this role please send a copy of your up to date CV via the link