M&E Surveyor

  • Goodman Masson
  • Barking, Essex
  • 16/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Mechanical & Electrical SurveyorBarking & Dagenham Reside (B&D Reside)£45,000 - £55,000 Office & Site Based

Goodman Masson are delighted to be exclusively partnering with B&D Reside to recruit a Mechanical & Electrical Surveyor to join their growing Compliance team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality homes and services for residents across Barking & Dagenham. If you're a technically strong M&E professional who enjoys managing contractors, solving complex issues and making a real difference within social housing, this role offers both challenge and purpose.

The Role

Reporting to the Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring B&D Reside's mechanical and electrical assets remain safe, compliant and maintained to the highest standards.

You will:

  • Provide expert M&E technical advice across repairs, servicing and maintenance

  • Diagnose issues, raise works orders and manage repairs from initial enquiry through to completion

  • Oversee statutory compliance programmes including electrical, gas, lifts, fire systems, ventilation and water hygiene

  • Manage and monitor cyclical servicing and inspection contracts

  • Carry out pre- and post-inspections to ensure quality and contractor performance

  • Specify and manage minor and major M&E works

  • Monitor budgets, verify contractor invoices and ensure value for money

  • Support the management of damp & mould cases and disrepair claims

  • Act as the M&E technical lead for new build handovers into management

  • Engage with residents and stakeholders to ensure excellent customer outcomes

About You

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing multiple workstreams.

You will have:

  • HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering

  • Experience within housing, construction, property maintenance or asset management

  • Strong knowledge of M&E compliance and statutory requirements

  • Experience managing contractors and overseeing programmes of work

  • The ability to diagnose technical issues and produce clear reports

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively

  • Knowledge of new build handover processes

  • A customer-focused approach with the ability to engage positively with residents

Desirable:Professional membership (CIBSE, IET etc.), IOSH Managing Safely, knowledge of SOR, disrepair and damp & mould management, and familiarity with housing regulatory frameworks.

Why Join B&D Reside?
  • Be part of a growing organisation committed to quality homes and resident satisfaction

  • Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment

  • Play a key role in delivering safe, compliant and well-maintained homes

  • Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply or contact

Goodman Masson is managing this vacancy exclusively on behalf of B&D Reside.