Maintenance Surveyor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
Maintenance Surveyor
Temporary Contract
Job Details
Client: Southern Housing
Service Area: Assets & Sustainability / Asset Compliance
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: 4 days on site, 1 day working from home
Start Date: 22 May 2026
Duration: 52 weeks
Location
Office / Site Base:
Muriel Matters House
Breeds Place
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 3UY
Pay
PAYE Rate: £23.29 per hour
Job Overview
Southern Housing is seeking 2 experienced Maintenance Surveyors to provide responsive repairs and void surveying services across its housing stock.
The role will involve managing responsive repairs, assessing building defects, preparing specifications for remedial works, carrying out pre and post inspections, monitoring contractors and ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required standard.
The successful candidate will need strong building surveying experience within a maintenance environment, excellent contractor management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders.
The attached job description confirms that the primary purpose of the role is to provide a responsive repair and void surveying service and ensure Southern Housing properties are maintained to required statutory and regulatory standards.
Important - Please Read Carefully
This role requires at least 2 years' experience as a Building Surveyor in a maintenance environment, including carrying out pre and post inspections.
You must have experience working with contractors using SOR and non-SOR contracts, preparing detailed specifications of work and managing responsive repairs or void works.
Candidates without direct maintenance surveying / responsive repairs / housing property surveying experience are unlikely to be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Manage responsive repairs and take corrective action where required
Analyse and assess building defects
Prepare remedial proposals and specifications for repair works
Ensure specifications meet current legislative standards
Obtain quotations and estimates in line with procurement procedures
Monitor contractor and consultant performance
Carry out post-inspection and quality control checks
Pursue remedial action where works are not completed satisfactorily
Carry out health and safety spot checks on contractors
Ensure contractors follow risk assessments and method statements
Manage complaints through the complaints process and provide written responses
Act as lead officer for responsive repairs and void works
Maintain accurate records of progress, variations, snagging and health and safety records
Update systems including Orchard, APEX and CRM/CD
Provide technical construction and building advice to colleagues
Support desktop reviews of drawings and specifications for new developments
Be available for out-of-hours cover when required on the agreed rota
Essential Experience & Skills
At least 2 years' experience as a Building Surveyor in a maintenance environment
Experience carrying out pre and post inspections
Experience working with contractors using SOR and non-SOR contracts
Ability to produce detailed specifications of work
Strong knowledge of building defects and remedial repairs
Good knowledge of building regulations, health and safety legislation, standards and materials
Knowledge of procurement law and different forms of contract
Strong contract management skills
Ability to monitor budgets and ensure value for money
Good IT skills, including mobile technology, Word and Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to produce reports for different audiences
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Organised, methodical and detail-focused approach
Desirable
Membership of RICS, CIOB or similar professional body
Experience working with a direct labour force and contractors
Reporting To
Contract Manager / Head of Service
Additional Information
Interviews will be held online.
Link will be sent once selected.
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