3 months contract with local authority 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct building inspections to identify defects and issue work orders using the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates or specifications.
  
• Prepare reports on condensation in line with the LBI Condensation Protocol.
  
• Assist in drafting reports for senior management, including policy or strategic documents.
  
• Produce and present professional technical reports to the High Value Repair Panel.
  
• Manage subsidence and structural failure cases with external consultants.
  
• Evaluate alteration requests from tenants and leaseholders, ensuring compliance with procedures.
  
• Oversee fire, flood, or collision insurance cases.
  
• Support the Legal Disrepair and Diagnostics Manager in developing repair service policies and procedures.
  
• Perform quality assurance checks on ongoing or completed works.
  
• Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, Building Regulations, and Codes of Practice.
  
• Attend meetings as required, including those outside normal working hours.
  
• Understand the Council's repair responsibilities towards tenants and leaseholders, including consultation requirements.
  
• Provide prompt and courteous responses to customer queries and liaise with other agencies and colleagues.
  
• Monitor and oversee on-site work, approve variation requests, and manage the payment system.
  
• Maintain accurate electronic records and project information.
  
• Obtain quotations and tenders in accordance with the Council's procurement procedures and manage project budgets.
  
• Advise on system development and usage, ensuring alignment with operational procedures.
  
• Ensure services meet the Council’s "Best Value" commitment and high-quality service standards.
  
• Comply with Health and Safety legislation and Council policies.
  
• Deliver services that meet the needs of Islington's diverse population, adhering to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Service Delivery policy.
  
• Adhere to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Employment policy.
  
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Diagnostic Surveying Manager.
  

• Strong knowledge of building inspection and defect diagnosis.
  
• Familiarity with the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates.
  
• Experience in preparing technical reports and managing repair cases.
  
• Understanding of relevant legislation, Building Regulations, and Codes of Practice.
  
• Ability to manage project budgets and procurement processes.
  
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  
• Commitment to equal opportunities and high-quality service delivery.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.