Property Surveyor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.
Contract to start ASAP
Duration: 26 weeks with a possible extension.
Responsibilities
Work with the Area Repairs Manager (North West/South Central) to implement and develop effective systems to regularly inspect the external and communal parts of property, to identify any requirements for reactive repairs and cyclical maintenance, and to ensure the works required are carried out or programmed according to urgency and priority.
Work in collaboration with colleagues across Housing services to ensure a joint approach to improve quality and customer satisfaction for residents.
Support and manage a flexible approach to the deployment of resources within the Property Services Division to respond effectively to fluctuations in workload. Support and manage different types of work within the Property Services Division in response to the changes in the volume of work.
Highlight key investment needs and considerations to the Property Planning and Assets Team so that works can be appropriately planned in major works programmes.
Assist in leading and developing a team of technical staff to create a professional and high-performance culture, deputising for the Area Repairs Manager's when required.
Provide a high standard of technical support to the team. Manage the local delivery of the repairs term contract to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Work in collaboration and effectively with other teams within Housing services to deliver a seamless, holistic service to customers.
Health and Safety - ensure that the Councils Policy for managing the health and safety of residents, staff and contractors is fully implemented and documented. Provide expert knowledge on health and safety law applicable to the construction industry.
Provide strategic leadership within the Housing portfolio, contributing proactively to the collective leadership of the council, working collaboratively with Members, services, partners and stakeholders to deliver the council's objectives and priorities.
Lead by example in modelling and embedding the council's values and behaviours to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop our reputation as a successful council delivering great value for its residents.
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