Planned Works Surveyor

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An opportunity has arisen within The Housing Services Team for a Planned Works Surveyor

• Do you have experience managing planned maintenance or capital improvement projects in social housing or a similar environment?

• Are you confident acting as a contract administrator—overseeing contractors, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations like Section 20 and CDM?

• Can you provide an example of how you've ensured high-quality standards and resident satisfaction during a major works project?

Operational Duties & Accountabilities

• This is a key role in delivering high-quality planned maintenance and capital improvement projects that directly impact residents' homes and communities.

• The post involves end-to-end project management—from procurement through to completion—ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. It requires sound knowledge of housing regulations, including Section 20 and CDM, alongside strong collaboration skills to work effectively with contractors, residents, and internal teams.

• The role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in housing quality while developing and leading successful projects.

There are many benefits to working at Waverley Borough Council. In particular we are very supportive of flexible and agile working, we provide flexitime, we have generous leave entitlements. We also have a range of learning and development services to support your career goals.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Tracy Morgan - Tracy.Morgan@waverley.gov.uk

We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please

Closing date for applications: Friday 8th August 2025

Interview date: Friday 15th August 2025

The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here

We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here

Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.