Building Surveyor

Tai Tarian Ltd; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing organization is seeking a dedicated Building Surveyor for a permanent position based in Port Talbot, UK. The ideal candidate will be responsible for advising on technical matters regarding the property portfolio and producing comprehensive survey reports. A competitive starting salary of £38,656 per annum is offered, increasing with the achievement of key competencies. This role presents opportunities for career advancement in various technical and management directions, all within a values-led working environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to demonstrate current retrofit knowledge and solutions.
• Knowledge in identifying and remediating building defects.
• Educated to degree standard or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise on technical matters associated with property portfolio.
• Provide comprehensive reports on surveys with clear diagnosis.
• Advise on retrofit fabric improvement works and energy efficiency.
• Work towards carbon neutrality for all properties.

Skills

Retrofit knowledge and solutions (PAS2035)

Building defect identification and remediation

Technical environmental and health safety knowledge

Education

Degree or relevant experience

Job description

Building Surveyor - Permanent, Full-Time role available.

This is an exciting time for change in Tai Tarian with our vision to provide sustainable homes, develop sustainable communities and drive change for a sustainable planet. A successful Building Surveyor will be integral in helping us to achieve this vision.

This role is permanent with a starting salary of £38,656 per annum, rising to £41,777 per annum after key competencies of the role are met. As we expand to meet demand there are opportunities for career growth in many technical and management directions so there is room for you to forge your perfect job.

Criteria for Role

• Ability to demonstrate current retrofit knowledge and solutions (PAS2035)
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in identifying and remediating building defects. In particular, issues around DMC.
• Educated to degree standard or relevant experience.

About The Role

• Advising on technical matters associated with the Tai Tarian property portfolio including technical, environmental, health and safety issues of buildings.
• Providing comprehensive reports in relation to surveys with clear diagnosis of root cause problems and remedial actions required.
• Advising on retrofit fabric improvement works, energy efficiency, environmental impact, and sustainable construction.
• Working towards our aim to achieve carbon neutrality for all properties.

Please see attached Building Surveyor role profile for the full job description and person specification.

About us

Every one of us who works for Tai Tarian is passionate and committed to making a difference to our customers, employees, and the surrounding community and we work in a values‑led culture that is Be Bold, Be Fair and Be Kind which empowers us to continually grow and change. As we expand to meet demand there are opportunities for career growth in many technical and management directions.

Find out more about us in our Candidate Pack, get a feel for what it’s like to work with us, find out what we’re looking for, about our recruitment process and decide whether you can see yourself as a part of our amazing organisation.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage suitably qualified applicants from all areas of the community.

If you are interested in applying for this role and you’ve got the skills, experience, and knowledge we are looking for please click apply.

Please note, if successful you will need to provide original documentation to confirm you have a right to work in the UK.

Closing date:11th January 2026

Please note, the closing date is given as a guide. We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive high volumes of applications. Therefore, we recommend that you apply early.