Interim Disrepair Surveyor
3-month contract

Bristol City Council are currently looking to appoint an Interim Disrepair Surveyor to support their Housing & Landlord Services team on an initial 3-month contract.
This is a hands-on role focused on managing housing disrepair and housing condition claims from start to finish, working closely with legal services, contractors, and tenants to resolve cases efficiently and with minimal litigation.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing housing disrepair claims end-to-end
• Carrying out property inspections and diagnosing defects
• Specifying remedial works and overseeing delivery through in-house teams and contractors
• Acting as lead surveyor on allocated cases, ensuring ownership throughout
• Liaising with legal services and acting as a professional witness where required
• Producing technical reports, schedules, and documentation to support legal and complaints processes
• Ensuring clear communication with tenants and maintaining accurate records

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with housing disrepair claims
• Background within a local authority, housing association, or social housing environment
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage contractors
• Confidence working alongside legal teams and handling complaints
• Good organisation skills and the ability to manage their own workload

Contract details:

3-month interim assignment
£298 per day (UMBRELLA)
Bristol-based
Likely quick start due to active caseload
 
If you're interested or would like more information, please apply to get in touch to discuss the role further.