Assistant Maintenance Surveyor London & South East

Salvation Army Homes; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supported housing provider in Greater London seeks an Assistant Maintenance Surveyor to ensure property inspections and support asset strategy. The role demands strong surveying skills, a relevant degree, and the ability to enhance building safety standards. With competitive salary benefits including hybrid work, annual leave, and a supportive culture, this opportunity emphasizes personal development and valuable contributions to vulnerable communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

31 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Building Surveying, Construction or similar required.
• Experience in property surveying or asset data collection is essential.
• Strong communication skills to interpret technical details.
• Understanding of building regulations, housing standards, and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and condition surveys.
• Support planned maintenance, repairs and capital investment projects.
• Manage the Multi Skilled Operative (MSO) in your region.
• Ensure homes meet building safety and regulatory standards.
• Liaise with contractors for quality delivery.

Skills

Property surveying

Strong communication skills

Understanding of building regulations

Asset data collection

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Building Surveying, Construction or similar

Job description

About The Role

Do you want a role where no two days are the same and where your technical skills help deliver safer, better homes? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Maintenance Surveyor to join our Asset Management team. This isn’t just another surveying role – it’s your chance to support meaningful change and help us deliver on our mission of Safe Homes. Transforming Lives.

Reporting to the Head of Asset Management, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of our asset strategy across your region. Here’s what you’ll get involved with:

• Carry out property inspections and condition surveys
• Support planned maintenance, repairs and capital investment projects
• Manage the Multi Skilled Operative (MSO) in your region
• Ensure our homes meet building safety and regulatory standards
• Deliver pre- and post-inspections of voids
• Liaise with contractors to ensure high-quality delivery
• Contribute to asset performance reviews and technical reporting
• Work collaboratively with housing, repairs and compliance colleagues
• Support sustainability and energy efficiency improvements
• Engage with vulnerable residents and our partners across supported housing

This is a hands-on role where visibility on sites and services is essential.

About You

You’ll bring:

• A degree or HNC/HND in Building Surveying, Construction or similar
• Experience in property surveying or asset data collection
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interpret technical detail clearly
• Understanding of building regulations, housing standards and health & safety
• Willingness to travel and be present on sites regularly

We’re looking for someone motivated, values-led and keen to develop.

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive salary
• 31 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Hybrid working (with regular regional travel)
• Pension scheme and wellbeing benefits
• A supportive, inclusive culture rooted in purpose

About Us

A registered social landlord andone of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.

Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.