Repairs Surveyor

Repairs Surveyor

PO:
Starting salary £44,937 pa rising in annual increments to £47,925 per annum incl LW

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 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 develop for staff by staff;
Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

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.

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 Repairs Surveyor, you’ll play an important role in diagnosing, specifying and managing repairs across Lambeth’s homes. You’ll carry out pre and post inspections, identify defects, and make sure repairs are completed to a high standard. A big part of the role is dealing with damp and mould, so you’ll need strong technical knowledge and confidence in identifying causes and long‑term solutions, in line with Awaab’s Law.

You’ll work closely with contractors, residents and colleagues to make sure repairs are done right and residents feel supported.

• Solid technical knowledge of building repairs
• Strong experience dealing with damp and mould
• Good understanding of Awaab’s Law and compliance
• Good communication skills and a customer‑focused approach

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.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.