Repairs Surveyor

We are recruiting an Interim Repairs Surveyor for a leading Social Housing provider based in Northampton, supporting property services across the local region on a 6-month contract.

As an Interim Repairs Surveyor
, you will be responsible for managing and resolving property repair issues across housing stock, ensuring homes are maintained to a high standard, compliant with regulations, and safe for residents. This is a great opportunity to join a busy, customer-focused organisation and make an immediate impact.

• Rate: £35 £ 40 per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Contract:
  
  6-month interim assignment (potential for extension)
• Working pattern:
  Full-time (3740 hours per week)

• Well-established Social Housing group
• Large portfolio of residential properties across Northampton and surrounding areas
• Committed to delivering safe, high-quality homes and excellent tenant services

• Conduct detailed property inspections, including condition surveys and defect diagnosis
• Prepare technical reports and schedules of work
• Manage repair cases from initial inspection through to completion
• Oversee works relating to general repairs, damp, mould, and structural issues
• Prepare specifications and manage contractors to deliver remedial works
• Ensure all works comply with legislation, regulations, and health & safety standards
• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal teams
• Monitor progress of works and ensure timely completion
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Support wider property services as required in your role as a Repairs Surveyor

• Proven experience in a similar role within Social Housing or property services
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance and repairs
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC, HND, Degree in Building Surveying or similar)
• Excellent understanding of building pathology, including damp and general defects
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing works
• Strong report writing and organisational skills
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload as a Repairs Surveyor
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office