Location
Brixton Hill, London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Starting salary £44,937 per annum rising in annual increments to £47,925 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

About Us
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council as we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team
The role involves managing reactive repairs within a geographical area of the borough. The team manages a range of works from emergency repairs, routine repairs, through to planned works. We work in collaboration with various teams within the council as well as a number of external stakeholders to provide a comprehensive repairs service.

About the Role
This position requires managing reactive repairs across the borough, including emergency, routine, and planned works. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure effective delivery of repairs services. The role demands strong knowledge of structures, high-rise buildings, low-rise domestic buildings, defect diagnosis and remedies, and application of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of Lambeth’s housing stock and infrastructure.

Experience
At least five years’ experience in a similar role within a local authority environment focused on repairs. Strong knowledge of building structures including high-rise and low-rise domestic buildings. Proven experience diagnosing defects and applying appropriate remedies. Familiarity with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is essential.

About You
You are a proactive and knowledgeable surveyor with excellent communication and organisational skills. You work well collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders. You have a commitment to delivering high-quality repairs services and improving community assets.

Qualifications
Relevant professional qualifications in surveying or building management are expected. Enhanced DBS clearance will be required upon appointment.