Job Introduction
DBS: Standard
Driving: Full UK driving licence & own vehicle essential
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to join our Repairs & Maintenance team, supporting the management and improvement of A2Dominion’s housing portfolio.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring our homes remain safe, compliant and well‑maintained, using effective surveying practices and project management. With a focus on damp, mould and disrepair, you’ll ensure compliance with Awaab’s Law, HHSRS and wider housing legislation, diagnosing complex issues, managing risk and delivering long‑term solutions that improve residents’ homes and wellbeing.
This role is ideally suited to surveyors with experience in social housing, local authorities or residential repairs, who are confident working in regulated environments and delivering a high‑quality, resident‑focused service.
Key Responsibilities
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Surveying & Inspections: Carry out property surveys to assess condition, identify defects and manage risks.
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Damp, Mould & Disrepair: Diagnose and manage cases, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice.
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Repairs & Project Management: Specify works, manage repairs and oversee minor works projects.
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Compliance & Standards: Ensure properties meet building regulations, CDM 2015 and HHSRS requirements.
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Contract Management: Monitor contractor performance, approve out‑of‑scope works and drive improvements.
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Financial Management: Manage budgets using NHF Schedule of Rates (M3NHF), monitor spend and authorise invoices.
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Technical Expertise: Produce reports, provide specialist advice and support legal/disrepair cases where required.
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Customer Focus: Lead complaint resolution and deliver strong service outcomes for residents.
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Risk Management: Monitor cost, programme and health & safety risks across projects.
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Case Management Systems: Manage and track cases using Microsoft Dynamics and Total mobile.
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Partnership Working: Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to deliver effective solutions.
More About You
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Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in Math’s & English (Grades A* - C)
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HNC, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
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Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a surveyor within housing, property maintenance or repairs.
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Strong practical experience diagnosing damp, mould, and disrepair, including legal disrepair cases.
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Good working knowledge of Awaab’s Law, HHSRS, CDM Regulations 2015 and housing legislation
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Experience managing contractors, writing specifications and delivering projects.
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Financial awareness including budgets, invoicing and Schedule of Rates (M3NHF)
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Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills
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Strong IT skills, including the ability to produce clear, comprehensive technical reports and experience with Dynamics, Total mobile or similar housing management systems.
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Full clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
About Us
A2Dominion is more than a housing provider. We are a not-for-profit organisation with a clear social purpose: creating homes and communities people love to live in. With over 38,000 homes across London and Southern England, we reinvest our profits into building more affordable homes and delivering services that make a genuine difference. As part of the G15 group, we are proud to contribute to tackling the housing crisis and supporting thriving communities.
Choosing Us Is Easy
As an A2Dominion employee, you’ll enjoy a meaningful role with the flexibility, support, and benefits you need to thrive. For this role, our offer includes:
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25 days’ holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 28 days after 3 years’ service.
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Up to 8% contributory pension
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A generous annual wellbeing allowance of up to £300 for health and lifestyle benefits for you and your family
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Access to a wide range of staff discounts
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Investment in your learning and development.
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We also operate a Cycle to Work Scheme whereby employees have access to cycling equipment throughout the year and can pay via monthly salary deductions.
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process - just contact our Resourcing Team at [email protected].
We know some people hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. If that’s you, we encourage you to apply if your skills and experience align – please get in touch with us to talk it through.
At A2Dominion, we value diversity, embrace flexibility, and are a family-friendly employer. Everyone belongs here. Join us and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our customers.
Becci Zapala is managing this vacancy – [email protected]
