​​Our client, based in the East Midlands, is currently recruiting for a Repairs Surveyor on a temporary contract for two to three months. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ experience in the social housing sector; however, this requirement can be flexible.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Inspect housing stock and building works and prepare specifications, with a focus on damp and mould within domestic properties

• Compile tender/contract documentation to deliver repairs and void works

• Conduct pre- and post-inspections utilising the protimeter and other relevant diagnostic equipment

• Specify, authorise and manage works through to completion

• Work effectively with contractors to utilise the budget for maintenance

• Work effectively with the administrative team to organise workloads and effectively manage communication

• Communicate regularly and clearly with customers, internal and external, in line with agreed processes

• Manage any complaints and disrepair from contact inception to completion

• Comply with all Health, Safety and compliance policies and procedures

• Carry out Mutual Exchange inspections to ensure that new customer home is safe and compliant

• To progress, manage and communicate to all internal and external customers in relation to complaints, MP enquires, EHO complaint and Legal disrepairs

Experience required:

• Experience of scheduling building / planned maintenance works and contract administration

• Experience in communicating with service users, staff and other agencies

• Qualified to minimum HNC standard, or previous experience in a construction / maintenance environment

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Knowledge of housing maintenance, repair specifications, diagnosing defects and remedial works

• A strong knowledge of social housing management

• Knowledge of housing / property management systems (Northgate or similar)

• A full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle

Working hours:

• 35 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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