Building Surveyor (Gosport) (Engineering and Surveying)
Location: Gosport Town Hall, PO12 1EB
Contract Type: Temporary (12 months)
Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, flexible working available)
Pay Rate: £27 - £29 per hour (depending on experience)
Driving Licence: Essential (Car user allowance applicable)
About the Role:
Portsmouth City Council is seeking a Building Surveyor (Gosport) to support ongoing asset management and responsive repair services across Gosport Borough Council's diverse property portfolio. This includes over 3,000 residential homes and a wide range of commercial and community assets.
This is a critical frontline role focused on diagnosing, specifying, and managing day-to-day repairs, updating property stock data, and liaising with contractors to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective maintenance delivery.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Carry out responsive repair inspections and specify appropriate remedial works
- Conduct stock condition and measured surveys, updating asset records
- Apply technical building knowledge to diagnose faults and recommend solutions
- Manage contractors, resolve disputes, and ensure works meet required standards
- Ensure compliance with building regulations and health & safety legislation
- Prepare estimates, control costs, and assess value for money
- Use IT systems to record, report, and analyse repair data
- Liaise with residents, clients, and stakeholders, keeping them informed throughout
Who We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in housing or commercial building maintenance
- HNC (or equivalent) in Building Surveying or a related discipline (preferred)
- Sound knowledge of building construction, building pathology, and repair methods
- Knowledge of key regulations, including Working at Height and Control of Asbestos
- Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities
- Competent IT skills across Microsoft Office and data management tools
- Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
Additional Information:
- Business casual dress code
- Occasional out-of-hours work may be required
- Interviews required following CV review
- Flexible working supported
How to Apply:
To be considered, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
