Repairs Surveyor

Goodman Masson Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing organization in Essex is seeking a skilled Repairs Surveyor to join their dynamic housing repairs team. This role involves conducting detailed property surveys, managing complex repairs, and overseeing projects to ensure safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in social housing, strong project management skills, and a commitment to customer service. A relevant technical qualification and a full UK driving license are required. Competitive pay of £35 – £40 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in surveying within social housing.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair diagnostics.
• Project management expertise in repairs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed property surveys and diagnose repair issues.
• Manage delivery of repair works and supervise contractors.
• Ensure quality standards and value for money.

Skills

Experience in surveying within a social housing or residential property environment

Knowledge of building maintenance

Project management experience

Familiarity with health and safety legislation

Commitment to excellent customer service

Full UK driving licence

Education

HND in surveying or equivalent industry experience

Degree in a surveying-related subject

Job description

Goodman Masson are currently working with a social housing organisation in Essex to recruit for an interim Repairs Surveyor.

Pay Rate: £35 – £40 per hour Umbrella.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Repairs Surveyor to join our dynamic housing repairs team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in keeping our housing stock safe, well-maintained, and delivering excellent outcomes for our customers. You’ll carry out detailed property surveys, manage complex repairs, and oversee projects from instruction to completion, all while ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct detailed property surveys, diagnosing complex repair issues and producing comprehensive reports.
• Manage delivery of repair works and complex cases, supervising contractors and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Inspect completed works to ensure quality standards and value for money.
• Review contractor quotations and variations against contract requirements.
• Monitor performance, manage KPIs, and report on service outcomes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues, resolving challenging repair issues collaboratively.
• Respond to customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring exceptional service at all times.
• Stay curious and bring forward ideas to improve processes and the customer experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in surveying within a social housing or residential property environment.
• Knowledge of building maintenance, diagnostic techniques, and damp/mould management.
• Project management experience, including procurement, delivery, and supervision.
• Familiarity with health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Proven commitment to excellent customer service.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification, e.g., HND in surveying or equivalent industry experience.
• Degree in a surveying-related subject desirable.

If this role is of interest, please email over your CV to [e-mail]