Maintenance Surveyor

Maintenance Surveyor - North Region

Contract Length: Temporary

Location: North London

Salary: £45/hour (Umbrella)

Role Overview:

Our client, a well-established social housing provider, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join their team in the North Region. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in maintaining high standards of housing by carrying out essential maintenance work, focusing on damp, mould, and day-to-day repairs in a social housing environment. You'll be responsible for diagnosing issues, coordinating repairs, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct damp and mould inspections across social housing stock, identifying underlying issues such as leaks, condensation, and poor ventilation.

• Prepare detailed diagnostic reports with recommendations for remedial action and specifications for repairs.

• Oversee and manage day-to-day repair works, ensuring they meet required standards and compliance.

• Act as the first point of contact for tenants, responding to maintenance queries and escalating complex cases where necessary.

• Manage the repair process from start to finish, including scoping, procurement, and managing contractors.

• Ensure all works are carried out to time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and housing regulations.

• Maintain accurate records and report regularly on the progress of repairs and inspections.

• Work closely with contractors to monitor quality, delivery, and performance against KPIs.

• Provide technical advice on disrepair cases and damp & mould challenges, helping resolve issues to improve tenant satisfaction.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Surveyor within the social housing sector.

• Solid knowledge of damp and mould issues, including root cause analysis, moisture readings, and repair specifications.

• Strong understanding of HHSRS (Housing Health & Safety Rating System) and housing disrepair legislation.

• Experience managing day-to-day repairs and liaising with contractors, tenants, and stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Umbrella PAYE or experience working under similar employment arrangements.