Electrical Services Surveyor
Joshua Robert Recruitment
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Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Job Type: Temporary
Positions: 1
Rate: £18.96 per hour
Start Date: 15 June 2026
End Date: 30 September 2026
Working Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00
Job Purpose
To support the delivery, compliance, and maintenance of electrical and building services across Council-owned housing stock, ensuring all installations and systems are safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake electrical surveying across Council housing properties and ensure remedial works are completed
- Manage cyclical electrical testing programmes and follow-on repair works
- Inspect and monitor electrical systems including fire alarms, emergency lighting, door entry systems, CCTV, lifts, and communal TV systems
- Supervise contractors and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, specifications, and Council standards
- Carry out site inspections during and after works to ensure quality and workmanship standards are met
- Provide technical advice on electrical and mechanical building services to Council officers and stakeholders
- Prepare reports, performance data, and technical documentation for senior management
- Assist with procurement, specifications, and tender documentation for maintenance contracts
- Maintain accurate asset and compliance records using computerised systems
- Manage budgets, raise works orders, and authorise contractor payments
- Support health and safety compliance including risk assessments, asbestos registers, and related documentation
- Liaise with tenants, councillors, and stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery
- Support wider asset management projects and emergency planning arrangements when required
- Experience in electrical building services, housing maintenance, or compliance surveying
- Strong understanding of electrical regulations and statutory compliance requirements
- Experience in contractor supervision and performance management
- Ability to produce reports and manage budgets effectively
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Knowledge of health & safety legislation and risk management processes
- Ability to work in challenging environments including heights, confined spaces, and live housing environments
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. All employees share responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals as part of our corporate responsibilities.
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