Job Title : Surveyor
Location: Bracknell (hybrid working)
Salary : Up to £46,000
This is an opportunity to work with an organisation who provide affordable housing spanning the south of England in a variety of locations, looking after the Bracknell and surrounding areas housing stock. They pride themselves in providing a fantastic customer service and are looking for a Surveyor who shares this passion. This housing association believes that everyone should have a safe space to live which is why customer service at the top of their priorities.
The role:
Review and evaluate repair requests and defects, particularly those where immediate repair may not be feasible and technical expertise is necessary to identify and recommend suitable solutions.
Conduct investigations into technical defects or disrepair issues as needed, including property inspections, and prepare written Housing Conditions reports when appropriate.
Offer technical maintenance advice to guide business decisions, coordinating with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors, or consultants as needed.
Obtain quotes for repairs and/or specialised work from sub-contractors in compliance with financial regulations when required.
Provide technical approval for Disabled Facility Grant applications and related work, including monitoring progress and conducting site inspections during and after project completion.
Assist the property care team with surveying needs to help execute the internal and external planned maintenance program when necessary.
Perform property inspections to assess component replacement timelines and provide recommendations for both minor and major works
Exhibit outstanding customer care when handling customer inquiries, requests, or complaints, using an empathetic, pragmatic, and efficient approach to achieve solutions in line with policies, procedures, and values.
What we need from you:
Essential Qualifications:
Relevant technical (HNC or higher) qualification in Building, Surveying, Planning or similar technical field
Full, current driving license
Desirable Qualifications:
RICS or CIOB membership
Working knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation with particular reference to the building and construction sector
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