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Building Maintenance Surveyor Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a new challenge? Do you want a role which will allow you to contribute positively to your community and help a range of people with different needs? Elmbridge's Asset Management and Property Services (AMPS) team is recruiting, and we need an experienced and committed person to help us make a difference in Elmbridge; we need you! Join Asset Management and Property Services team where you will use your building and maintenance surveying expertise to enhance the team's service and delivery. Our AMPS team consists of three elements - facilities, estates and building and maintenance. We provide high quality property and facilities advice on all levels to ensure a cost effective and statutory compliant estate, which makes the best use of its assets whether they are operational assets used for service delivery or investment. The work is varied, for example you will be: <ul><li>undertaking and providing a range of building surveying advice including inspections, surveys, defect analysis and feasibility studies</li><li>liaising and communicating with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure projects are properly co-ordinated and executed on time and to budget</li><li>working to increase the energy efficiency of our property assets through a sustainable strategy of building maintenance</li></ul>You will enjoy an innovative and creative team who are hardworking and passionate about delivery but at the same time celebrate their successes and work cohesively with other teams in the organisation. About you As well as having extensive experience and working knowledge of drawing software, you will have experience of: <ul><li>defect diagnosis and identifying repair solutions</li><li>procurement processes</li><li>managing project budgets, cost analysis and cost reporting</li></ul>You will be equally comfortable working independently as in a team, as well as being: <ul><li>committed to quality service</li><li>experienced in dealing with a high workload and the ability to prioritise different tasks</li><li>appreciative of the value of clear and timely communications</li></ul>About us We know we ask a lot, but the good news is that we give a lot too. <ul><li>Flexibility: We know you have to juggle work and life commitments and we are happy to discuss the right mix for you and us.</li><li>Wellbeing: When you thrive Elmbridge thrives, which is why we have developed a strong and varied wellbeing programme for our employees.</li><li>Learning and development: We all know learning is an ongoing journey and we will support you by creating a bespoke learning and development plan.</li></ul>What else? Did we mention you will have your birthday off, and that we close between Christmas and New Year, no annual leave required! If you would like to talk to us about the role, please contact Simon Morris, <a href="mailto:smorrris@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">smorrris@elmbridge.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026 at 9am. Interviews: w/c 19th January 2026. What are you waiting for? #JoinUs! Equal Opportunities Elmbridge Borough Council - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. If you require any adjustments to be able to engage in the recruitment process for this role, please let us know by emailing <a href="mailto:humanresources@elmbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">humanresources@elmbridge.gov.uk</a> How to apply Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it's such an important part of the process. <a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-applica…</a> To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer. Further information on this vacancy <ul> <li>Recruitment Pack 2025</li> <li>Job Description / Person Specification</li> </ul>

Building Maintenance Surveyor

Job Description Do you want to use your interest and expertise in project management to support the delivery of essential services to East Sussex residents? If you are passionate about ensuring workplaces are comfortable and safe through maintaining and improving the built environment, this could the job for you! This role is within a busy vibrant team providing management of construction projects on ESCC corporate buildings to ensure that this stock of buildings are maintained to a high standard. The portfolio of buildings ranges from corporate office buildings, libraries, children &amp; Family centres and care homes to listed buildings and ancient monuments. We are looking for someone who has delivered construction projects of all sizes, enjoys working in a team environment , can carry out inspections against building maintenance related issues and wants to have a positive impact on the local environment. As a Building Maintenance Surveyor with East Sussex County Council, you will play a key role in maintaining our diverse property portfolio. You will be responsible for developing, managing, and delivering both planned and reactive maintenance projects, ensuring buildings operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory requirements. This is a varied and rewarding role within our Property Maintenance team, contributing directly to the Council's commitment to providing safe, sustainable, and energy-efficient buildings. You will support carbon reduction initiatives, promote best practice, and help identify opportunities for innovation and improvement. Your work will make a tangible difference to the performance and reliability of essential services across East Sussex's corporate buildings. We are looking for candidates who can : <ul><li>Provide building maintenance services and deliver works and projects identified, including specifying and managing minor projects. Deliver a portfolio of projects.</li><li>Manage and monitor external consultants and contractors to ensure that all projects are designed, delivered, and controlled effectively at a consistently high level.</li><li>Deliver high quality technical advice and services. Use technical knowledge to audit or analyse situations and data to aid in ensuring regulatory or technical compliance of others.</li><li>Ensure that work and projects are delivered within agreed resources and assist with budget/resource management in accordance with council policies and procedures.</li></ul>Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. To apply for this role, please follow the 'Apply Now' button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page. Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place in January 2026. If you are unavailable on the date of interview let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. This role will allow you to develop your technical expertise and gain experience in assessing building fabric and general maintenance issues, specifying &amp; overseeing construction works, and providing technical advice to colleagues, contractors, and clients. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Chris Dennis, Building Maintenance Lead (Non-Schools) at <a href="mailto:christopher.dennis@eastsussex.gov.uk" target="_blank">christopher.dennis@eastsussex.gov.uk</a> to request a MS teams call or phone call. For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex! About Us Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure &amp; Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record</a>. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas</a> If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

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