Job Description

About the Trust

We're one of the UK's biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?



Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.

Hours:

Part time, 22.5, 3 days a week

Pay:

45,000 - 47,000 (Full Time Equivalent) + Car Cash Allowance of 425 per month (Full Time Equivalent)

Our team and opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor, to join our Building Consultancy (BC) team.

The Estates Senior Building Surveyor forms part of the Building Consultancy team, which contributes to the management and enhancement of the Estates, Investment, Growth and Business Boating property portfolio and is directly responsible for monitoring the condition and compliance with statutory and Trust requirements of the properties within their area of responsibility. This includes residential property, pubs, cafes/restaurants, large distribution warehouses, offices, supermarkets, chandleries, boat yards, etc.

The Senior Building Surveyor also provides technical expertise in the management of commercial property to inspect, determine and prioritise actions as well as to identify and manage building works and to support all professional building surveying requirements of management surveyors within the Investment Directorate teams. This will include advice in respect of maintenance planning, acquisitions, insurance, management of external consultants and management of commercial tenancies.



Location & coverage

The role will be based working from home, with the allocation of a nearby Hub for collaborative working (based on current home location). Main hubs include: Birmingham & Hatton.



This is a Regional role but there will be an expectation that the successful candidate will be able travel to attend meetings or occasional fieldwork throughout the national waterway network. Focus of the role will be on the West Midlands region.



See our network here (https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-the-waterways/canal-and-river-network).



About the role

Key responsibilities:

Comply with Canal & River Trust Health & Safety policies and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses. Assess risks and make adjustments to work methods where appropriate. Ensure all equipment (PPE, plant, materials etc.) is appropriate for the task. Consider your own and others behaviour. Inspect land and buildings, assess and prioritise building works to maintain the value and condition of the Trusts commercial and residential building stock. Ensure statutory compliance in respect of all directly managed commercial and residential property. Support all professional building surveying requirements of the surveyors within the Investment Directorate teams Provide advice in respect of maintenance planning and management of commercial tenancies, preparation and negotiation of schedules of dilapidation, assessment and monitoring of tenant's alterations, statutory compliance, energy improvements, measurement of buildings and preparation of insurance reinstatement cost assessments.

About you

The Trust are looking for someone dependable and resilient that uses their initiative effectively to solve problems. The candidate will be highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. You will be an effective communicator, able to adapt your style appropriate to your customer. You must be able to demonstrate competent listening skills and the ability to work well under pressure managing conflicting priorities.

Technical:

Chartered Building Surveyor or Chartered Builder (RICS or MCIOB) to provide necessary confidence for both Trust and external parties that advice provided is appropriate and competent. Demonstrate extensive experience of construction of buildings and building defect diagnosis across a variety of building types. Experience in a range of professional surveying services including but not limited to preparation of schedules of dilapidation, measurement of buildings, preparation of insurance reinstatement cost assessment. Knowledge of historic building defects and methods of repair, statutory requirements for compliance and health and safety management. Knowledge of commercial lease arrangements

General:

Strong technical and computer based skills including Word and Microsoft Excel. Comply with Canal & River Trust Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses. Valid driving licence to provide access to remote sites with necessary equipment. Personal car use required.

What we offer

In addition to your salary of 45,000 - 47,000 (FTE), you will benefit from a Car Cash Allowance of 425 per month (FTE), a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, great holiday entitlement and numerous other employee benefits, including several salary sacrifice benefits, all of which can be found here (https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us/our-benefits).

Competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, where we will double your contribution to a maximum of 10%. 25 days paid holiday FTE, increasing with years of service to up to 30 days after 5 years, plus holiday purchase scheme. Home working status with 'hub' facilities available should you need the flexibility to work outside of home. Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues, e.g. health, financial, well-being and domestic matters. Access to a range of employee benefits including store discounts, boating holiday discounts and holiday purchase scheme. 2 days paid volunteering leave per annum, allowing you to volunteer for a local community project etc. Free fishing facilities across our canal network.

We care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.



At the Trust, we empower our people to flow and thrive both on and off the water. Our colleagues enjoy a variety of benefits that enhance their lives while working in a place that positively impacts others. We take pride in our people, protecting heritage and preserving wildlife, and we're all about the future of our colleagues and the future generations who love and use our network. Inspired by people, we harness the different ways of working and thinking, ensuring our teams grow and reach their full potential.



Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive.

Find out more about us on our website:

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us