Stock Condition Surveyor

Stock Condition Surveyor

Role: Stock Condition Surveyor

Rate: £325 per day

Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time

Location: Essex

Contract Length: Initial 12 Months

Working Arrangements: 4 days per week on site

Closing Date: 11th July 2026

Stock Condition Surveyor – Overview

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor to join a leading social housing provider on an interim basis. Working within the Property Services team, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious housing investment programme, helping to ensure homes remain safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard.
• This position will involve undertaking comprehensive stock condition surveys across a diverse residential portfolio, gathering accurate asset data, and supporting long-term investment, maintenance, and asset management strategies.

Stock Condition Surveyor – Key Responsibilities

• Undertake stock condition surveys of residential properties, communal areas, and associated assets.
• Assess and record the condition, age, and remaining lifespan of key building components including kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, windows, doors, heating systems, and external elements.
• Collect, validate, and maintain accurate asset data using asset management systems and handheld technology.
• Identify and report defects, health and safety hazards, and compliance-related issues.
• Support the delivery of planned maintenance, capital works, and asset investment programmes.
• Liaise with residents to arrange and undertake property inspections while delivering excellent customer service.
• Produce detailed survey reports, recommendations, and cost estimates where required.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of stock investment plans and asset strategies.
• Work closely with Repairs, Compliance, Planned Works, Housing, and Property Services teams to maintain accurate asset information.
• Ensure all surveying activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies

Stock Condition Surveyor – Applicant Essentials

Essential

• Proven experience undertaking stock condition surveys within a social housing provider or residential property environment.
• Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property Maintenance, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Sound knowledge of building construction, maintenance requirements, and lifecycle replacement programmes.
• Understanding of housing compliance requirements, including HHSRS, the Decent Homes Standard, and building safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong data collection and reporting capabilities.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across a housing portfolio.
• Experience using asset management systems and survey technology.

Desirable

• Experience supporting large-scale planned investment programmes.
• Knowledge of asset management and long-term stock investment planning.
• Experience working within a high-volume social housing environment.
• Understanding of capital works delivery and property compliance frameworks.

How do I apply for this Stock Condition Surveyor position?

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