Temporary, Full Time
Initial 12-Month Contract
£325 per day
We are recruiting a Stock Condition Surveyor on an initial 12-month temporary contract. Please note that this role requires the successful candidate to be based on site four days per week.
With a significant housing investment programme planned over the coming years, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy Property Services team and play a key role in supporting asset management, planned maintenance, and investment programmes through the collection of high-quality stock condition data.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Stock Condition Surveyor to undertake comprehensive stock condition surveys across a diverse housing portfolio. The successful candidate will collect accurate property data and support the development of planned maintenance, investment, and asset management programmes.
This role plays a vital part in ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard, while providing robust data to support future investment decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake stock condition surveys of residential properties, communal areas, and associated assets.
Assess and record the condition, age, and remaining lifespan of building components including kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, windows, doors, heating systems, and external elements.
Collect, validate, and maintain accurate asset data using handheld devices and asset management systems.
Identify and report defects, health and safety hazards, and compliance-related issues.
Support the delivery of planned maintenance, capital works, and asset investment programmes.
Liaise with residents to arrange and conduct property inspections, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
Produce detailed survey reports, recommendations, and cost estimates where required.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of stock investment plans and asset strategies.
Work closely with Repairs, Compliance, Planned Works, and Housing teams to ensure accurate and up-to-date asset information.
Ensure all surveying activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience undertaking stock condition surveys within social housing, local authority, or residential property environments.
Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property Maintenance, or equivalent experience.
Sound knowledge of building construction, maintenance requirements, and lifecycle replacement programmes.
Understanding of housing compliance requirements, including HHSRS, the Decent Homes Standard, and building safety regulations.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to travel across the housing portfolio
Salary description
£325.00 - £325.00 per day