Building Surveyor

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Building Surveyor to join our Responsive Repairs, Voids and Minor Works Team and help us deliver high-quality homes and services for our tenants. This is a varied technical role where you will diagnose building defects, including damp and mould, undertake property inspections and measured surveys, prepare specifications and scopes of work, assess tenant permission requests for alterations and improvements, and oversee repairs through to completion. You will also support disrepair cases, monitor contractors, manage projects and ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly, to the required quality and within budget. If you are an experienced building professional who enjoys solving technical problems, delivering effective repairs and seeing issues through from diagnosis to resolution, we would love to hear from you.

· 36.25 hrs per week with a starting annual salary of £43,149

· Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

· 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

· Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution

· Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

· Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Ben Bramley at [email protected] or 01530 490145, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 29 November 2026 Interview will take place week commencing 7 December 2026

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date