We are currently working in partnership with an award-winning Housing Association based in Berkshire, who are looking to appoint a Repairs Surveyor on a Permanent basis.

This will be a full-time position based in Berkshire, with hybrid working (2/3 days home working) and a salary of £46,200 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have recent experience and a full driving licence and access to own transport.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Undertaking surveys relating to responsive repairs, void properties and stock condition, disrepair claims and programmed planned revenue works such as painting programmes
• Inspecting and assessing any repair requests and defects where an immediate repair may not be appropriate, and technical advice is required to identify and advise on appropriate solutions
• Investigating technical defects or cases of disrepair as required, to include inspection of the property and provide written Housing Conditions reports as appropriate.
• Giving full technical support to legal department in respect of disrepair or legal claims received
• Providing technical maintenance advice to support business decisions, including liaising with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors or consultants
• Obtaining quotations (when required) for repairs and/or specialist works from subcontractors

Experience required:

• Experience in building maintenance or building surveying
• Experience working for either a Housing Association or Local Govvernment Organisation

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Relevant degree or HND/HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification
• Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (advantageous)
• Good understanding of the usual Microsoft Office software as well as an appreciation of the opportunities presented by software designed specifically for maintenance management

Rewards and Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working days
• Holiday purchase, pension scheme, bike to work scheme, health benefits

Working hours:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, 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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