Technical Surveyor (PO2)
Job Category: Engineering & Surveying
Job location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU, Lewisham Council Hours per week: 35 Start date: Immediate start Salary: £25.00 per hour Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties: 1. To make technical recommendations to the Accommodation Supply and Resettlement Service 2. Leader following inspections of properties and communal areas for inclusion in the leasing scheme. 3. Carry out inspections of dwellings and advice on methods of repairs and adaptation and to provide technical temporary accommodation team regarding repairs and maintenance of stock 4. Issue works orders and ensure efficient cost control Carry out supervision of all works as they proceed and on completion and instruct contractors to remedy any defects as appropriate 5. Carry out specialist research and analytical duties as required. Make recommendations on appropriate courses of action. 6. Carry out duties of the Council under delegated authority or as assigned 7. Make full use of available technology, including the use of specialized technical equipment. 8. Prepare statements of evidence and associated documentation and attend court, public enquiries, etc to give evidence on the Council’s behalf where necessary. 9. Keep abreast of current legislation, technical knowledge and new developments. Assist with the establishment of technical standards and working methods. 10. To authorize and/or verify, repair/improvement work carried out by the Lessors and their agent under the Private Sector Leasing Scheme. 11.To provide technical advice and assistance to other areas of the housing needs service as required. 12.To develop and monitor the hostels capital and planned maintenance programme, to complete all Project Implementation documentation. 13.Ensure that all vacant dwellings included in redevelopment schemes are assessed for short-life purposes. 14.To provide technical support to the procurement Team. 15.In conjunction with Manager develop performance standards and monitor achievements 16.To ensure all works supervised above are carried out in compliance with the contract/procurement criteria, specification and standing orders of the Council and Health and Safety at Work Regulations. 17.To authorize payments on works specified above. 18.To liaise with building service regarding any disputes 19.To investigate claims of damage to PSL property by owners/outside agencies, produce reports together with specifications of repairs and estimate of costs. To carry out negotiations with lessors and/or their agents and to supervise remedial works for their properties 20.Make recommendations to the Accommodation Supply Manager regarding the transfer of tenants when extensive repairs are required. 21.To determine responsibility for repairs in accordance with the PSL lease. To prepare estimates of cost of works for owners where required 22.In conjunction with the Accommodation Supply manager, to manage the repairs and maintenance budget for temporary accommodation 23.To negotiate with landlord regarding the hand back of their PSL in accordance with the terms of the lease and minimize expenditure on hand backs for the Council 24.To use the VDU and computer systems for the above duties 25.Flexibility: The over-riding need is to provide an effective and economic organization that is responsive to the Councils’ and customers needs at all times. The post-holder will be expected to take a flexible approach to all duties and to assist in covering for all aspects of work throughout the housing service as required in order to promote the general well-being of the service. 26. Attend various meetings both internal and with external parties where required including difficult residents and those who have taken legal action against the council. 27. To risk assess on site any hazards as per the Housing health and safety rating system guidance and be able to produce dynamic risk assessments in regard to both difficult and vulnerable customers. 28. Have attention to detail and good record keeping, ensuring notes, emails and inspections are stored appropriately and are done within the relevant business timescales. 29. Lead on and support the investigation, assessment and resolution of disrepair claims within our housing portfolio. This role is crucial to ensuring legal compliance, maintaining the condition of our housing stock, protecting the organization from litigation and safeguarding tenant welfare. 30. Provide accurate and comprehensive survey reports essential to key decisions relating to Property maintenance, compliance, asset management, planning and risk mitigation. 31. To play a vital role in the coordination and oversight of contractors across a variety of property maintenance, repair and improvement projects. The role is central to ensuring contracted works are delivered to exceptional standard, within budget and on schedule. 32. The ideal candidate will combine technical surveying expertise with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to ensure that stakeholder concerns, requirements and feedback are accurately integrated into planning development and execution phases. 33. This role is crucial in reducing in reducing void times, ensuring properties meet quality and safety standards maximising housing availability for tenants. 34. To have knowledge of the schedule of rates to ensure consistency and value for money in pricing and specification across all jobs to support accurate budgeting and financial forecasting. 35. To drive down reactive spend and improve long term asset performance, and ensuring that maintenance activities are both cost – effective and aligned with the organizational strategy.Recommended Jobs
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