Maintenance Surveyor

Maintenance Surveyor

Location: East London

Contract: Temporary

Rate: Up to £45 per hour (Umbrella)

The Role

We are working with a reputable social housing provider seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to support their day-to-day repairs service across East London. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands the importance of delivering high-quality housing services to residents.

You will play a key role in ensuring repairs are diagnosed accurately, works are delivered efficiently, and properties are maintained to a safe and compliant standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out pre- and post-inspections for day-to-day responsive repairs

• Diagnose building defects and specify appropriate remedial works

• Prepare clear schedules of work and cost estimates

• Manage and monitor contractor performance, ensuring quality, value for money, and compliance

• Ensure works are delivered in line with health & safety, housing standards, and regulatory requirements

• Handle technical queries and provide expert advice to operational teams

• Work collaboratively with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently

• Use housing and repairs systems to update records and track progress

About You

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Surveyor within social housing or a similar residential environment

• Strong knowledge of day-to-day / responsive repairs

• Solid understanding of building construction, defects, and maintenance practices

• Confident managing contractors and challenging poor performance when required

• Excellent communication skills with a resident-focused mindset

• Able to manage a busy patch and make sound decisions independently

• Familiar with relevant health & safety legislation and compliance standards

What's on Offer

• Competitive umbrella rate up to £45 per hour

• Long-term temporary opportunity with a well-established housing provider

• East London-based patch with an active and varied workload

• Opportunity to make a real impact on housing quality and resident satisfaction

To apply for this role, if it sounds of interest to you, please get in touch or submit your application.