Contract Type: Contract / Interim Assignment
Engagement: Outside IR35 - Limited Company Contractors Welcome
Duration: School holiday period and continuing post-holiday programme
Rate: £30 per hour / £225 per day
(Outside IR35) + mileage 45 pence per mile
Security Clearance: Enhanced DBS Required
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Stock Condition Surveyor to support a condition surveying programme across approximately 11 schools throughout the South West and South Coast region, covering locations from Plymouth and exeter through to Weymouth and Poole.
Working independently from home and on-site, you will undertake detailed condition surveys of building services assets, assessing lifecycle condition, compliance, and planned maintenance requirements across educational estates.
The majority of survey work will be conducted during the school holiday periods to minimise disruption, with additional surveys and reporting continuing thereafter.
Key Responsibilities
Using an bespoke APP ( training given)
*Undertake M&E stock condition surveys across primary and secondary school sites.
*Assess the condition, age, remaining life, and replacement requirements of mechanical and electrical assets.
*Record asset data accurately using client-provided survey methodologies and software.
*Identify statutory compliance risks and maintenance requirements.
*Produce clear and concise survey reports and lifecycle recommendations.
*Liaise professionally with school representatives and project stakeholders.
*Manage your own survey programme and travel schedule within the designated region.
Requirements
Essential:
Strong IT skills and ability to pick up using an
APP on your phone
*Mechanical or Electrical trade background.
*OR HNC/HND qualification in a relevant Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline.
*Previous experience undertaking stock condition surveys, asset surveys, lifecycle surveys, or building services surveys.
*Good understanding of M&E systems within commercial, public sector, or educational buildings.
*Ability to work independently and manage workloads efficiently.
*Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
*Current Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one immediately.
Desirable:
*Experience surveying schools, healthcare, local authority, or public sector estates.
*Familiarity with condition grading methodologies and lifecycle planning.
*Experience using handheld survey devices or asset management software.
What's on Offer
*Outside IR35 engagement.
*Opportunity to work through your own Limited Company.
*Flexible, home-based role with autonomy over diary management.
*Long-term programme covering approximately 30 school sites.
*Competitive day rates.
*Immediate start available.
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Salary description
£225.00 - £225.00 per day