Assistant Condition Surveyor

Job Description

Job Title:

Assistant Home Condition Surveyor
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary: £28,624 Per Annum (£31,638 is achieved after 12 successful performance in the role) Per Annum

Working Hours:

35 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday, Hybrid

Location:

Speke, Liverpool

Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsor ships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.

Are you a recent graduate or currently working towards an HNC/HND in Construction, Building Services or a related discipline? This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in housing asset management and stock condition surveying while gaining valuable hands‑on experience across our housing portfolio.

To inspect and assess the condition of social housing stock, ensuring properties meet safety, compliance, and quality standards. The role supports long-term asset planning, investment strategies, and contributes to maintaining decent homes for residents.

We are looking for someone with:

• Working towards HNC/HND in construction / building services.
• Understanding of housing asset management principles and stock condition surveying
• Proven track record of working in a customer-focused environment.

At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

• Assist in carrying out stock condition surveys of domestic properties and communal areas to support asset investment planning.
• Actively undertaking site surveys for the majority of the working week, with one dedicated day allocated to back-office activities
• Collect, record and maintain accurate data on building components, including age, condition and expected lifecycle replacement dates.
• Use the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to identify and report Category 1 and 2 hazards.
• Capture photographic evidence and update asset management systems with survey findings.
• Assist in identifying and reporting defects, disrepair issues and health and safety risks observed during property inspections.
• Support the validation and quality assurance of property survey data to ensure accuracy and integrity of asset records.
• Assist in the delivery of stock condition, energy efficiency and compliance-related surveys where…