Job Description

Property Services Surveyor

Location:

Endurance House, Histon, Cambridge, CB24 9ZR

Salary:

46,479.87 p.a FTE

Permanent full-time position - 35 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join CHS as a Property Services Surveyor

What you'll do:

Assist in the provision of the repairs and maintenance service for CHS and its customers, through the effective day-to-day the management of CHS' servicing, repairs and maintenance contractors.



Ensure an effective and prompt customer-focused repairs service, for the benefit of CHS customers. You'll take accountability for customer outcomes, making sure these services provide value for money.



Remain compliant with health and safety requirements for responsive repairs and servicing requirements. E.g. CDM, method statements, risk assessments and compliance certification.



Complete inspections and surveys on behalf of CHS for defect diagnosis and assurance relating to quality / performance, health and safety compliance and asset condition.



Contribute to the contract procurement processes, providing technical input to design specifications.

About you:

Able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of building construction and maintenance.


Able to communicate effectively with customers, contractors and CHS colleagues.


Have excellent contract administration skills.


Be customer focused; seeking to understand the needs of internal and external customers, aiming to exceed these consistently.


Be able to work effectively with others and ensure team objectives are met.


Be flexible and adaptable, adopting a practical approach to achieve the required results.

Our benefits include:

Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment) Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone) Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice) One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff) Company sick pay 58p per mile business mileage allowance Refer a friend scheme (250) Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Flexible Working Policy Full induction Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off Free DBS (for relevant posts) Free onsite/nearby parking Hybrid Working Policy Flexitime

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 11 January 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 19 January 2026:

For more information or for an informal chat, please email tina.warren@chsgroup.org.uk



Founded in 1927, Cambridge Housing Society (CHS) is an independent housing association with over 3,000 homes in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire. We are one of only two independent housing associations working just in Cambridgeshire and we are the only one to offer a blend of affordable rented homes, specialist supported housing and a range of community support services.

Our Purpose

We are here to enable people to flourish, by providing security and creating opportunities through the delivery of high-quality Cambridgeshire based homes with support.