6 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

The post holder will be a key contributor to delivering the revenue repairs service to approximately 10,500 tenanted homes, 3,000 garages, and 700 corporate and commercial operational Council-owned properties.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Assist in managing day to day repairs in both domestic and commercial buildings
Ensure that the work is carried out to a high quality, represents excellent value for money, and achieves a high level of customer satisfaction
Manage the safety inspection program for domestic and commercial operational properties
Undertake surveys on properties to diagnose gas service faults and identify effective solutions
Support neighborhood housing officers in diagnosing and dealing with complex technical matters
Raise day to day works orders and any necessary variation orders accurately and timely
Support neighborhood housing officers when dealing with no access cases for repairs and inspections
Support the Building services team in relation to building services contracts
Liaise with contractors to ensure the specified works are clearly communicated and that they possess all necessary information concerning health and safety
Provide risk assessments on health and safety hazards for contractors and any other visiting staff before work commences

Essential Experience Required

Significant experience with day to day repairs carried out in accordance with the latest health and safety regulations
Experience of disrepair as well as damp and mould is desirable

Essential Qualification Required

Additional Information

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Having a driving license is essential
Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG, United Kingdom
Ability to make site visits to inspect building premises throughout the Borough is required
The closing date for this position is 29th May 2025.

Repairs Surveyor