Job Introduction
Ensuring our housing stock is maintained to the highest possible standard is a key priority for Welwyn Hatfield. Our commitment is to invest £150 million in people’s homes over the next five years with a target of being net zero by 2030. To achieve this, we are looking for a Building Surveyor (Stock Condition) to support this exciting long-term project.
Role Responsibility
What you will do!
You will carry out a programme of inspections to our social housing portfolio, carrying out internal and external visits, collating information to be used for future investment opportunities. You will be required to assist the Repairs and Voids team in ensuring our housing stock is both safe and of a high quality for our tenants.
The Ideal Candidate
What will you need!
Formally qualified in Building Studies, you should be highly experienced in diagnosing building faults and providing cost-effective solutions. This will give you the ability to identify repairs, draw up specifications, make technical decisions and solve complex problems, and you should be knowledgeable regarding building standards and passionate about delivering customer focussed outcomes.
The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.
Package Description
Building Surveyor (Stock Condition)
(RP0063)
Starting salary £39,382pa with potential progression to £42,383pa on achieving designated skills and experience
37 hours per week (hybrid working)
About the Company
How you will benefit!
In return, we can offer you:
- Central locations in the Borough with excellent public transport links and local amenities
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (Career Average Pension Scheme)
- The opportunity to buy and sell annual leave to increase work-life balance flexibility
- Annual leave ranging from 25 to 33 days per year plus Bank Holidays (dependent on grade and length of service)
- Access to the Council’s Flexi Time Scheme (post dependent) to achieve a healthy work life balance
- A structured induction program from day 1 to support your success in your role
- 24 hour a day access to the Employee Assistance Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
