Job Description

Hazards Surveyor

Salary: 37,280 to 39,862

Contract: Permanent

Annual Leave: 27 days rising to 30 with after 5 years continuous service

Homes in Somerset is on a mission to build and maintain high-quality, sustainable homes that foster thriving communities across Somerset. We value innovation, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to making a positive difference for our residents.

This is an important role and needs experience in accurate diagnosis, including in-depth knowledge of the potential sources of penetrating damp, as well as condensation and ventilation problems. The role also includes working with contractors, producing reports and post-inspecting work.

We are a forward-thinking social housing provider dedicated to sustainability and community impact. We offer professional development, hybrid working options, and a supportive team culture.

What will you do

Carry out survey visits to properties and ensure repairs are highlighted and completed in accordance with Homes in Sedgemoor time scales and standards. Take ownership of heating breakdowns in your area and chase contractors for updates and resolutions. Carry out End of Tenancy inspections (EOT's) on voids and oversee works to agreed standards. Keep up to date records of void return dates and attend handovers when required. Attend mould, damp and structural issues and provide detailed reports. Carry out Post Inspections to agreed percentage of Repairs. Monitor relevant budgets and ensure VFM. Report to the Assets Specialist.

What You'll Bring

Ensure a safe working environment for customers, colleagues, the public and contractors by ensuring that health and safety is effectively planned, organised, controlled and monitored. Put Customers First; be a team player and deliver high standards. Ensure all statutory duties are implemented and complied with and be responsible for delivering contracts within timescale and budget, to a high level of customer satisfaction. Keep your promises, be flexible, reliable and work well under pressure, prioritise and plan ahead. Deliver the right result, think outside the box and be responsive to change and creative in approach.

What You Need to Be Successful

Technical proficiency in surveying and asset management MCIOB or RICS qualifications are desirable, along with Damp & Mould experience/ qualifications. An analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision making Confidence in stakeholder engagement and clear reporting A collaborative approach and willingness to mentor or learn from the team
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,280.00-39,862.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bridgwater TA6