Repairs Surveyor

Repairs Surveyor

• Role: Repairs Surveyor
• Rate: £300 per day (Umbrella)
• Contract Type: Interim, Full-Time
• Location: East of England
• Contract Length: 3–6 months, with the potential to extend
• Working Arrangements: Site based various locations, 5 days per week
• Closing Date: 17 June 2026

Repairs Surveyor – Overview

• This is an interim Repairs Surveyor role supporting an established Property Services team within a social housing provider across a large district. The position focuses on delivering responsive repairs with a balanced workload and a pragmatic, supportive working environment.
• While there is some legacy involvement with damp and mould, new cases have reduced, allowing for a steady and manageable pipeline of work rather than a reactive backlog.

Repairs Surveyor – Key Responsibilities

• Undertake responsive repairs inspections across occupied housing stock
• Diagnose building defects and specify effective remedial works
• Manage a structured workload through scheduled inspections and a self-managed diary
• Liaise with tenants, contractors and internal stakeholders to progress works efficiently
• Support broader surveying duties where required, including tenant alterations
• Ensure all works meet quality standards, required timescales and budget parameters

Repairs Surveyor – Applicant Essentials

Essential

• Proven experience as a Repairs Surveyor within a social housing provider
• Strong technical knowledge of building defects and responsive repairs processes
• Confidence in managing inspections, writing specifications and contractor engagement
• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining high professional standards

Desirable

• Experience working across large geographical patches
• Familiarity with damp and mould inspections
• Understanding of current social housing compliance and delivery standards

How do I apply for this Repairs Surveyor position?

If this Repairs Surveyor role is of interest to you, or you know someone who might be a good fit for this Repairs Surveyor position, click apply and enter your details with your updated CV.

Alternatively, you can directly email Sam.Taylor@oysterpartnership.com

We would like to attract talent from all corners of the Property world for this role. Our commitment is to an equitable recruitment process, so feel free to apply in any way that suits you via WhatsApp, video message or CV. The more creative the better.