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Maintenance Surveyor - Social Housing
Contract Length: Temporary
Location: North London
Salary: 45/hour (Umbrella)
Role Overview:
We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join a social housing 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.
