Disrepair Surveyor
A disrepair building surveyor in social housing inspects homes to identify defects like damp, mould, or structural issues and assesses whether they breach housing standards. They produce reports that guide repairs, legal cases, and ensure landlords meet their duty to keep homes safe and habitable.Client DetailsOur client acts as a landlord manages social housing across the city, providing homes and tenancy services to thousands of residents. It''s responsible for maintenance, rent collection, and meeting housing standards under UK social housing rules.Description Carrying out detailed inspections of social housing properties to identify disrepair such as damp, mould, leaks, structural defects, and poor ventilationDiagnosing the root cause of defects and distinguishing between building issues and tenant-related factorsAssessing compliance with housing legislation and standards (e.g. HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard)Preparing clear, professional survey reports with photographs, findings, and repair recommendationsSpecifying remedial works and advising on appropriate repair methods and prioritiesAssessing health and safety risks to occupants, particularly vulnerable residentsLiaising with landlords, contractors, legal teams, and tenants to explain findingsProviding expert or witness evidence in disrepair and housing condition legal casesMonitoring repair works and confirming that defects have been properly resolved ProfileThe successful candidate will be a knowledgeable and ..... full job details .....
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