Adaptations Surveyor

Job Title: Aids & Adaptations Surveyor
Location: North London (Local Authority)
Rate: £40.37 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 3–6 month ongoing contract
Requirements: Enhanced DBS

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Aids & Adaptations Surveyor to join a busy Local Authority team in North London. The successful candidate will be responsible for surveying properties, specifying suitable adaptations, and ensuring works are delivered to a high standard to improve residents’ quality of life and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and assessments to determine required aids and adaptations for residents with disabilities or mobility needs.
• Prepare detailed specifications and schedules of work for adaptations including level access showers, ramps, stairlifts, and other specialist equipment.
• Liaise with occupational therapists, contractors, residents, and internal teams to agree suitable adaptations.
• Manage and monitor works on site, ensuring quality, compliance with health & safety, and value for money.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues, residents, and contractors.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and ensure all works are completed in line with statutory requirements and local authority policies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Surveyor, ideally within a local authority housing or property services environment.
• Strong knowledge of aids and adaptations works, Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG), and relevant building regulations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to produce clear specifications, monitor contractor performance, and manage works from inception to completion.
• Enhanced DBS check required prior to starting.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and successful candidates will be contacted via phone call or email.