Disrepair Surveyor

Disrepair Surveyor (Interim)

Temporary Contract Bristol Housing / Local Authority

We are currently working with a large public-sector housing provider in Bristol to recruit two experienced Disrepair Surveyors on an interim basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a busy Housing & Landlord Services team managing housing condition claims and legal disrepair cases.

Contract Details

Role: Disrepair Surveyor (Interim)

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Pattern: 2 days office-based / 3 days site-based

Location: Bristol (office base BS4)

Pay Rates

PAYE: £231.22 per day

Umbrella: £298.00 per day

The Role

The Disrepair Surveyor will manage housing disrepair complaints that have escalated to legal claims, working closely with the client s legal services team. The role focuses on resolving cases efficiently, minimising litigation, and delivering high-quality repair outcomes while maintaining a strong customer-focused approach.

You will take end-to-end ownership of disrepair cases, from inspection and diagnosis through to repair delivery, reporting, and legal support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage housing disrepair claims under the legal framework and internal complaints procedures
• Carry out detailed property inspections and diagnose defects
• Specify, schedule and oversee remedial works from inception to completion
• Supervise contractors and in-house trade teams, ensuring quality, cost and time targets are met
• Act as Project Manager, Supervisor and Contract Administrator on assigned cases
• Produce technical reports, schedules of works and witness statements for legal files
• Liaise closely with tenants, keeping them fully informed throughout the process
• Support the assessment and recommendation of compensation in line with Housing Ombudsman guidance
• Act as a professional witness in disrepair cases where required
• Maintain accurate records and case documentation using internal systems
• Champion customer satisfaction while managing expectations appropriately

Essential Experience

• Proven experience managing housing disrepair / housing condition claims
• Strong knowledge of social housing legislation, building construction and defects diagnosis
• Experience working within a local authority or social housing environment
• Ability to manage legal cases with minimal litigation
• Excellent communication skills, particularly with tenants and legal teams
• Strong report writing and case management skills
• Confident managing your own diary, inspections and site visits

Why Apply?

• High-impact interim role within a major housing service
• Mix of office and site-based work
• Competitive daily rates
• Opportunity to work on complex and meaningful disrepair cases