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Building Surveyor

Peabody
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What we’re looking for: Do you have a degree in Building Surveying or similar technical qualification? Do you have experience in Building pathology? Do you have experience in Defect Diagnostics? Do you have experience in using M3 NHF SOR (Version 7.1 preferred)? Do you have experience in resolving building legal disrepair claims? Do you have experience in surveying in social housing? If so, this role is perfect for you! Here at Peabody, we have 2 opportunities for a Building Surveyor on a Permanent basis in our Westminster Bridge Road office. A bit about the role: As a Building Surveyor, you will provide excellent front line customer service by working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders to ensure our customers’ needs are met and the departmental/team objectives are achieved. . Some of the key results for the role include: Providing regular and professional communication and liaison with customers and key stakeholders in relation to works instructed and managed by the service. Attending and giving evidence in court in cases where building regulations have been breached and as expert witnesses on building defects. Forming part of the Group’s emergency out of hours rota, which is a compulsory part of this role and will require working evenings and weekends on a rota basis Advising and supporting our customers in resolving their queries and issues, ensuring that their expectations are managed and proactive resolutions are identified Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support our customers. This role will require a UK driver’s licence and access to a vehicle, a minimum of 1-2 days working in the office and being part of an on call rota. A bit about us: 160 years after it was established, Peabody is one of the oldest not-for-profit housing associations in the UK. The Peabody Group is responsible for more than 104,000 homes, with around 220,000 residents across London and the Home Counties. We also have around 20,000 care and support customers. Our purpose is to help people flourish, and we are getting closer to residents by taking a local approach. We are committed to delivering a responsive and easily accessible repairs service and investing in our existing homes so they are safe and well maintained. Our retrofit projects will make thousands of our homes more energy efficient. We work with councils and communities to promote economic inclusion, tackle inequality and poverty, and prioritise wellbeing. Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: Flexible and hybrid working (depending on the role) Up to 30 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays Competitive salaries that are benchmarked regularly against current market rates Two additional paid volunteering days each year Family friendly policies Flexible benefits scheme, including options for Healthcare, Dental care, Critical illness cover, vouchers, technology scheme and access to a discount portal 4 x Life Assurance Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1 Are you ready to apply? To be considered for the position of Building Surveyor, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit both your CV and a bit about why we should consider you for the role. If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to h [email protected] and one of our team will be in touch. Peabody reserves the right to close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.
Expiry date: 17/10/2023
Building Surveyor
Company
Peabody
Job Type
Full-time
Location
South East London
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Hiring Local
Disability Confident
Building Diverse Workforces
Climate Conscious
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Peabody

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We're at a particularly exciting point in our story: Catalyst joined the Peabody Group as a subsidiary on 1 April 2022, and should fully merge in April 2023. The new organisation will be responsible for 104,000 homes, with 220,000 residents across London and the South East of England. By joining together, we’ll go further and faster with our plans to improve our services, invest in our homes and communities and create innovative solutions to the challenges of carbon consumption and building safety. If you join us you'll be part of something special: fulfilling your ambitions and working with people who truly care. We offer great opportunities to develop and grow and a range of flexible benefits. You'll also have the chance to work with colleagues who want to help people make the most of their lives. We need talented employees who want to make a difference. If this sounds like you we can’t wait to meet you.
Metrics we Are Proud of
4000+
Employees paid the Real or London Living Wage
38%
of our board members are women
20%
Social value weighting in procurement activities
Benefits
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Mental Health
Free, confidential assistance programme for 24/7 phone counselling, legal advice, and referral for therapy.
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Health and Wellness
Annual allowance to spend on health benefits e.g. gym memberships, cycle-to-work scheme and dental insurance
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Giving Back
We also offer payroll giving to charity and you can take two working days to volunteer in the community.
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Flexible Working
We're happy to talk flexible working, including part-time, compressed hours or from home.
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Learning & Development
Multiple opportunities for L&D, including mentoring, career coaching, apprenticeships or e-learning
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Support
We have a team of employee supporters, who can help you access information, support and guidance
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Disability Confident
Hiring Local
Building Diverse Workforces
Climate Conscious

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