Senior Surveyor

Contract : 6 months FTC

Salary : 58,664 - 61,751  pro rata

The Role:

As the Senior Property Surveyor, you will lead the investigation and resolution of non‑routine repairs, including damp and mould, structural issues and specialist works. You will manage and support a team of surveyors, ensuring accurate diagnosis, strong performance and consistent service delivery across the team.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will play a central role in ensuring homes are safe, compliant and well‑maintained, while contributing to continuous service improvement and a positive resident experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the technical lead within the team, supporting surveyors in diagnosing and resolving complex building defects.
• Manage a small team alongside your own caseload, covering repairs, damp & mould, insurance works and specialist issues.
• Lead on diagnosing building faults using knowledge of building pathology, HHSRS and damp and mould.
• Ensure Category 1 & 2 hazards are accurately identified and managed appropriately.
• Provide technical guidance, post‑inspection support and quality assurance across all works.
• Ensure systems, records and compliance requirements are maintained and up to date.
• Support delivery of ad‑hoc planned works and contribute to service improvements.
• Review home improvement requests to protect housing stock and ensure compliance.
• Work collaboratively across teams to enhance service delivery and resident satisfaction.

 What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience managing a team and handling complex repairs and maintenance issues.
• Strong technical knowledge of housing construction, diagnostics and building pathology.
• In‑depth understanding of damp and mould and the application of HHSRS.
• Experience working with NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to residents.
• Strong problem‑solving approach with a focus on delivering right‑first‑time outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a commitment to quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

Working Arrangements:

• Hybrid working with a blend of office, site and home working.
• Regular presence in the office and on site required.