Location: Croydon
Rate: £350 per day Umbrella
Contract: Until end of September (extension approval being sought)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 4 days on site, 1 day working from home
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Repairs Surveyor to join a busy property services team in Croydon. This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor with strong experience in responsive repairs, damp and mould investigations, and housing maintenance to support the delivery of high-quality repair services across residential properties.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out responsive and proactive inspections relating to damp, mould, condensation, disrepair and general housing repairs.
Diagnose building defects and identify root causes using moisture meters, humidity monitoring equipment and building fabric assessments.
Produce detailed inspection reports with photographs, recommendations and remedial actions.
Raise works orders and specify repairs in line with relevant policies and Awaab's Law requirements.
Provide technical guidance and day-to-day oversight to Repairs Inspectors.
Review inspection findings, repair specifications and works orders raised by inspectors.
Undertake post-inspections and quality assurance checks on completed repairs.
Liaise closely with internal teams, contractors and residents to ensure effective service delivery.
Keep residents informed throughout the repairs process and clearly explain findings and next steps.
Prioritise high-risk cases and escalate safeguarding or vulnerability concerns where appropriate.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
At least 3 years' experience within social housing repairs, building surveying or property maintenance.
Strong knowledge of building pathology, damp and mould diagnosis, ventilation systems and responsive repairs.
Experience specifying repairs, raising works orders and using the M3NHF Schedule of Rates.
Experience providing technical support, guidance or oversight to inspection teams.
Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
Knowledge of NEC systems would be advantageous but is not essential as training can be provided.
A building surveying or property maintenance qualification, or be working towards one.
A full clean driving licence and the ability to travel across the borough.
What's on Offer?
£350 per day Umbrella
Hybrid working arrangement
Immediate start available
Opportunity to work on a high-profile repairs and damp & mould programme
Potential contract extension beyond SeptemberIf you have a strong background in repairs surveying and are looking for your next interim assignment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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Salary description
£350.00 - £350.00 per day