We are currently working in partnership with a public sector organistation, based in the East of England, who are looking to appoint an Asset Surveyor on a 5-month temporary basis. This will be a full-time position covering the East of England, with a rate of up to £300 a day via an umbrella company.

The ideal candidate will have experience of various surveys (damp, mould, stock condition and H&S surveys) within a housing association.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Carrying out thorough damp and mould surveys, identifying underlying issues, diagnosing causes, and specifying appropriate remedial actions

• Conducting comprehensive stock condition surveys to assess component lifecycles and ensure compliance with the Decent Homes Standard

• Undertaking routine and ad hoc health & safety inspections, including fire safety checks, asbestos monitoring, and HHSRS risk assessments

• Inspecting adapted and accessible properties, ensuring existing adaptations are fit for purpose and advising on further modifications to support residents with specific needs

• Providing detailed reports and recommendations to inform planned maintenance programmes, capital works, and long-term asset strategies

• Collaborating with internal teams, contractors, and external specialists to resolve issues and ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant services

• Ensuring all survey and inspection work complies with relevant legislation and sector best practice, including Building Regulations and Health & Safety at Work Act

• Supporting the disrepair, legal, and insurance teams with technical advice and evidence relating to property condition and maintenance history

Expertise required:

• Experience of surveying within social housing

• Access to a vehicle

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week

• Monday – Friday

• 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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