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As a Legal Disrepair Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing property inspections and remedial works relating to housing disrepair claims, including those involving solicitors and court proceedings. You will act as the technical lead on disrepair cases, ensuring that repairs are specified, completed promptly, and documented to a high evidential standard.You will work closely with Legal Services, Repairs Teams, and external contractors to mitigate risk, reduce claim costs, and ensure residents live in safe, well-maintained homes. Key Responsibilities Inspect properties subject to disrepair claims and prepare detailed technical reports Diagnose building defects including damp & mould, structural issues, and building fabric failures Produce clear schedules of works in line with legal protocols and pre-action requirements Manage and monitor contractors to ensure timely, high-quality completion of works Prepare witness statements and Scott Schedules where required Attend joint inspections with independent experts and legal representatives Support legal teams in defending or resolving claims Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including Landlord & Tenant Act obligations About You We are looking for someone who has: Proven experience in managing housing disrepair cases within social housing or local authority settings Strong knowledge of building pathology, particularly damp and mould diagnosis Experience working alongside legal teams and understanding of pre-action protocols Excellent report writing and evidence documentation skills Good commercial awareness and cost control experience Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills Desirable Qualifications: HNC/HND or Degree in Building Surveying or related discipline Membership of RICS, CIOB, or working towards professional accreditation Knowledge of housing management systems Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Disrepair Surveyor - 52.94 per hour Location: North London Contract: Interim / Temporary Start: Immediate Rate: 52.94 Per Hour MMP Consultancy are working with a reputable organisation seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to join their Property Services team. This role will focus on managing housing disrepair cases from initial inspection through to full resolution, ensuring a high-quality service is delivered to residents. Key Responsibilities Carry out detailed property inspections in line with housing disrepair protocols. Diagnose a range of building defects, including damp, mould, structural issues, leaks, and component failures . Prepare detailed schedules of work, specifications, and technical reports. Provide expert advice on defect diagnosis and suitable remedial solutions. Manage disrepair cases proactively, ensuring timely progression and resolution. Work closely with legal teams, contractors, surveyors, and residents throughout each case. Ensure all work complies with current legislation, statutory requirements, and internal policies. Produce accurate records, photographs, and documentation to support case files. Monitor the quality of completed works and sign off works to ensure satisfactory resolution. Requirements Proven experience as a Disrepair Surveyor within the social housing sector is essential. Strong knowledge of housing disrepair legislation, building pathology, and defect diagnosis. Experience managing disrepair claims from inspection to closure. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and progress cases proactively. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (if required for site travel).

Interim Stock Condition Surveyor Location: Wiltshire (Hybrid / Site-Based) Length: 6-Month Contract Rate: Negotiable Daily Rate We are currently supporting a Local Authority in Wiltshire with the appointment of an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor on an interim basis for an initial 6 months. This is a technical role within the Asset Maintenance Team, focused on protecting, maintaining and improving a large and diverse Housing Revenue Account (HRA) portfolio. The council is seeking a highly experienced building surveying professional who can provide immediate technical expertise across stock condition, compliance, planned maintenance and capital investment activity. The Role Reporting to the Property Operations, Compliance and Investment Manager, you will provide senior-level surveying expertise across a defined geographical area, supporting both strategic asset management and operational delivery. Key responsibilities will include: Undertaking stock condition surveys, HHSRS assessments, damp and mould inspections and compliance reviews Diagnosing complex building defects and specifying effective remedial solutions Designing costed planned maintenance programmes aligned to the 30-Year HRA Capital Programme Supporting energy efficiency and retrofit initiatives (EPC improvement works) Preparing specifications, drawings, tender documentation and contract particulars Administering JCT and NEC contracts from inception through to final account Managing contractors and consultants, ensuring KPI performance and compliance standards Acting as technical expert in disrepair, compliance or tribunal matters where required Undertaking CDM Client duties and ensuring statutory compliance across all works Managing capital and revenue budgets linked to area-based maintenance programme About You Degree in Building Surveying (or significant equivalent experience) Chartered status (RICS or CIOB preferred) Significant post-qualification experience in social housing or public sector asset management Strong knowledge of Decent Homes, HHSRS, landlord & tenant legislation and housing compliance frameworks Experience delivering and managing planned maintenance or term maintenance contracts Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract Advanced understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 Experience managing capital projects from feasibility through to completion Ability to deal confidently with complex tenant issues, disrepair cases and compliance matters Strong financial and contract management experience Experience in retrofit, sustainability and housing energy efficiency programmes would be highly advantageous.

Local authority in Greater Manchester currently requires an interim housing disrepair surveyor for an initial period of five months. ( likely to be longer ). Purpose of the role: Carry out technical inspections of disrepair properties within required timescales. Produce clear, detailed, and accurate schedules of works. Validate expert reports and ensure recommendations are workable and cost-effective. Liaise with contractors, legal teams, and housing officers to progress cases efficiently. Provide professional oversight to ensure works are delivered to standard. Track progress and support case closure within the legal timeframe. Contribute to improved reporting, forecasting, and case management Experience of working in disrepair is essential for this post. 5 months initially 35 hours per week Hybrid working 28 - 35 an hour If you would like to discuss the role further please apply for the role and one of the property team will call you to discuss.

An Interim Building Surveyor job for 3-6 months based in Redditch Your new company Hays are delighted to be supporting our client in recruiting a Building Surveyor to join their team for a 3-6 month interim assignment. Your new role You will carry out building surveys and produce detailed reports across disrepair, damp and mould, and fire safety in particular, and also assist across capital programme projects. You will complete detailed inspection reports across your selected works areas, and will also assist with any other general ad-hoc duties across the department as required during the contract. This is an office-based role requiring attendance on site for each working day. What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed in this role you will be an experienced building surveyor across all key areas, ideally with a background in local authority/public sector, although this isn't essential. You will be familiar with producing detailed reports on disrepair, damp and mould, fire safety/compliance, on void and tenanted properties, both pre-and-post works. This is a role with minimal day-to-day supervision and so applicants should be confident in their abilities to manage their own workload and diary. No Visa sponsorship will be offered for this role, and so applicants without the Right to Work in the UK need not apply. What you'll get in return In return you will receive a competitive hourly rate in this 3-6 month assignment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

MMP Consultancy are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to work an interim contract with a public sector housing organisation in South London. This is an interim role, urgent start for a contract covering sickness which could go from a couple of weeks to a few months. Outside IR35 with a varied rate dependent upon experience. Title: Maintenance Surveyor (Disrepair) Salary: £25 - £28 per hour (Outside IR35) Location: South East London Contract: Sickness cover 2-12 Weeks (One Week Notice) Availability: Urgently Available Key Duties: * Disrepair cases will need to be picked up and managed through to completion. * Managing responsive and urgent repairs as per tenants' requests. * Working on a remedial repair backlog from a spread sheet which is already in place. * Working with a single contractor to agree works/raise orders/inspect completed works * Candidate will be required to go into resident's property for inspections but will work from home majority. * Manage database input and use computer effectively * Customer service expectations, responding to residents and offering excellent service If you are interested, please apply with an up to date CV. Further information will be provided once applied