Buildings Repairs Surveyor

Quality Inspector – Repairs Inspector

Salary: c £40,000 (£20.90 per hour)

Location: Various locations across the business

Job Type: 6 month temp positions

Day-to-day of the role

• Carry out post-work inspections of repairs to check quality, compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Produce clear and consistent inspection reports, highlighting defects / snags and recommending corrective actions.
• Respond to customer requests for inspections where there are concerns about completed works, providing reassurance and escalating issues where needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, customer contact and outcomes to support transparency and continuous improvement.
• Support the resolution of repair complaints by investigating workmanship, documenting findings and liaising with contractors, operatives and coordinators.
• Identify recurring issues and share feedback to help improve contractor performance and service standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in housing, property or construction inspection roles.
• Ability to assess repairs, identify defects and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle repair concerns and provide empathetic support to customers.
• Confidence in escalating issues effectively and working collaboratively to resolve them.
• Knowledge of post-work inspections, checking off completed works against job sheets / specs
• Experience within a large housing association, local authority or social housing environment would be beneficial.
• Due to the nature of the work candidates would need to hold a full driving license and have their own vehicle (mileage paid).
• All required technology would be provided (laptop, tablet, damp meters etc), as well as all PPE

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement. All work would be carried out on the properties to be inspected, with occasional admin being able to be completed from home.
• Opportunity to work across a varied property portfolio.
• Collaborative role with a focus on quality, safety and customer outcomes.
• Potential for further development within a customer-focused repairs environment.