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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Kingston. Are looking for a Maintenance Surveyor to join their organisation.

Job Role: Maintenance Surveyor
Temporary or Permanent: Temp
Possible End Date: 3 months (possible extension)
Number of Positions: 1 position
Location: Kingston
Office Based/Hybrid: TBC
Rate of Pay: £34 p/h umbrella

Purpose:

The position of Maintenance Surveyor will undertake a variety of tasks pertaining to the effective management of responsive repairs to dwellings, communal areas, garages and void properties. The post will be dexterous such that the post holders are able to apply their experience, skills and abilities to any of the following activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise repairs & maintenance work to ensure all site operations are undertaken professionally.
• Provide technical advice and expertise to non-technical staff, clients and residents.
• Ensure that void properties are repaired and maintained in accordance with the voids standard.
• Ensure statutory obligations are met by ensuring specifications for work take into account the Council’s statutory obligations in relation to fire risk, control of legionella, asbestos, gas, electrics, lifts, fire protection, CDM and estate safety.
• Respond to queries from tenants, leaseholders, internal and external clients within prescribed time scales.
• Undertake pre-inspection of repair issues ordered through the customer contact centre, directly by clients or reference from contractors. Ensure that appointments for this work are met.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 2 years experience within a Maintenance Surveyor role or equivalent.
• A recognised and current accreditation to (RICS/CIOB)
• A recognised building related qualification to a minimum of HND/HNC level.
• Certified Surveyor in Remedial Treatment (CSRT)
• Possess a clean driving licence and have access to a vehicle as travelling throughout the borough will be a requirement.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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