Clerk of Works/Repairs Inspector

Location: Hastings, East Sussex
Salary: 47,500 + 1,800 car allowance

We are recruiting for two experienced Clerk of Works Inspectors / Repairs Surveyors to cover a residential housing portfolio in Hastings.

This role is ideal for someone with strong repairs surveying experience, excellent resident-facing skills and a background in contractor and contract management.

• Carry out pre- and post-inspections of residential repairs.
• Complete approximately 12 surveys per week across the housing stock.
• Identify defects, assess repair requirements and ensure works meet the required standards.
• Produce detailed inspection reports, including findings, photographs and recommendations.
• Liaise directly with residents, managing expectations and handling queries professionally.
• Monitor contractor performance, challenge poor workmanship and ensure remedial works are completed.
• Support effective contract management and maintain high standards of repairs and resident satisfaction.

• Experience in repairs surveying, Clerk of Works or housing maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of residential repairs and pre- and post-inspections.
• Proven experience in contractor management and contract compliance.
• Excellent resident-facing and communication skills.
• Strong reporting, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

If you have the technical surveying knowledge and customer-focused approach to ensure repairs are completed right first time, we'd love to hear from you.