Building Services Surveyor

Grade 9 | £40,444 - £44,253

Supporting Innovative Building Services  solutions for North Tyneside

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Building Services Surveyor to join our Building Surveying team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the maintenance, improvement, and development of a diverse property portfolio, ensuring that our buildings remain safe, compliant, sustainable, and fit for purpose.

Working across a range of corporate, educational, community, and operational buildings, you will provide professional building services expertise, supporting the delivery of planned maintenance programmes, capital projects, condition surveys, and statutory compliance requirements.

• Undertake surveys and inspections of buildings, identifying maintenance requirements and preparing condition reports for life cycle investment plans.
• Contribute to planned and reactive maintenance projects.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Monitor project delivery, programmes, and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and health and safety requirements.
• Provide technical advice and professional support to stakeholders, service managers, and project teams.
• Assist in the development and implementation of asset management strategies.
• Support energy efficiency, sustainability, and carbon reduction initiatives across the property portfolio.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience in building services (mechanical and/or electrical), property maintenance, building surveying within a public or private sector environment.
• Knowledge of building construction, maintenance practices, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience of managing projects from inception through to completion.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to prepare technical reports, specifications, and contract documentation.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem solving.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical / Electrical Design, Construction, or a related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across sites as required.

• Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CIOB, CIBSE or equivalent), or working towards professional accreditation.

• Competitive salary.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to our Employee Benefits Scheme.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Sharon Mackay

Design Services Manager, Public Buildings and Design

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An Enhanced Level DBS Check will be required for this post

Applications based upon flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be given full consideration.

Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression.

As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well‑being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued.

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