Surveyor

Salary: Up to £50,369 per annum (depending on experience)
Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract: Temporary – 6 Months
Hours: Full-Time

About the RoleWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Building Surveyor to join a leading housing association based in Yeovil on a 6-month temporary contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled surveyor with experience in property maintenance, building inspections and housing repairs, ideally within a social housing or local authority environment.
You will be responsible for identifying property defects, providing technical advice, preparing schedules of works and overseeing repairs to ensure properties are maintained to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections to identify building defects, maintenance issues and necessary repairs.
• Investigate housing disrepair cases and produce detailed technical reports.
• Prepare schedules of works and oversee minor and major repair projects.
• Provide technical advice to maintenance teams, contractors and internal departments.
• Manage contractors and monitor works to ensure quality, compliance and value for money.
• Support planned maintenance programmes and property condition assessments.
• Assist with Disabled Facilities Grant applications and associated property adaptations.
• Liaise with residents, contractors and stakeholders to resolve property-related issues.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and organisational procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, inspection reports and project documentation.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in building surveying, property maintenance or housing repairs.
• Experience working within social housing, housing associations or local authorities would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of building defects, disrepair and property maintenance.
• Experience preparing schedules of works and managing contractors.
• Relevant HNC, HND, degree or equivalent construction-related qualification.
• RICS membership would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property maintenance systems.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport, or the ability to travel efficiently between sites.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £50,369 per annum, depending on experience.
• 6-month temporary contract.
• Opportunity to work with an established housing association.
• Varied role covering property inspections, repairs and maintenance projects.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

Apply to get in touch to find out more!