Repairs Surveyor – 3‑Month Contract in South East London

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Repairs Surveyor to join a South East London local authority on a three‑month contract. The role involves inspecting residential properties, managing repair programmes and ensuring compliance with health, safety and building regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of residential properties to identify repair and maintenance needs.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work and cost estimates for responsive repairs.
• Manage repair works from inspection through to completion, ensuring quality and value for money.
• Investigate reports of disrepair and ensure works meet legislative timescales.
• Monitor contractor performance and conduct post‑inspection quality checks.
• Provide technical advice to residents, contractors and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate records and produce detailed inspection reports.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Repairs Surveyor, Building Surveyor or Maintenance Surveyor.
• Experience in a local authority, housing association or social housing environment is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of building construction, repairs and maintenance.
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring repair programmes.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable.

Required skills

• Building construction knowledge
• Repair and maintenance procedures
• Cost estimation
• Health and safety legislation
• Building regulations compliance
• Contractor management

What we offer

• £226.57 per day rate
• 35‑hour week, Monday‑Friday
• Three‑month umbrella contract
• Opportunity to work within the public housing sector