Void Surveyor

Void Surveyor
2 year - fixed term contract
£46,500
Buckinghamshire (hybrid)

We are currently working on behalf of a social housing provider in Buckinghamshire, to recruit for a Void Surveyor to manage void works from inspection and specification through to delivery and final quality checks.

Duties of the Void Surveyor:

• Carry out inspections of vacant properties and assess any repair, maintenance, or compliance requirements to prepare homes for reoccupation.
• Produce detailed scopes of work and raise orders in accordance with approved budgets and financial procedures.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.
• Monitor projects through regular site visits, undertaking quality assurance checks throughout the lifecycle of works.
• Verify that properties meet agreed re-letting standards and are ready for occupation within target timescales.
• Coordinate and oversee completion of all relevant safety and compliance obligations prior to occupation, including certification and statutory inspections.
• Identify property condition issues, including environmental and structural concerns, and arrange appropriate remedial actions.
• Investigate tenant damage cases and support the recovery of costs where responsibility falls outside normal wear and tear provisions.
• Manage defects identified following occupation, ensuring timely resolution and continuous service improvement.
• Maintain comprehensive property records, inspection reports, compliance documentation, and system updates.
• Contribute to performance monitoring by providing updates on property turnaround times, contractor performance, and service delivery outcomes.

Requirements of the Void Surveyor:

• Hold a relevant qualification (e.g. HNC/ONC) or equivalent
• Full UK Driving Licence

To be considered for this exciting role, please contact Lucie Houston - Managing Consultant at Hamilton Woods or apply online with a covering note of your experience and suitability referencing the job ID number. Due to the exceptionally high level of applications if you have not heard back from HWA within 7 - 10 days, it is regrettable that we cannot respond to all applicants, and please assume your application has been unsuccessful.