A reputable main contractor is looking for an experienced and proactive Surveyor to join the team, where they will be carrying out surveys on occupied social housing properties in preparation for Solar PV installations
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out pre-installation surveys of occupied social housing properties for proposed solar PV panel installations.
- Inspect roof condition, roof coverings, structure where accessible, roof layout and suitability for solar PV installation.
- Identify visible roof defects, structural concerns, potential water ingress and any remedial works required before installation
- Take accurate measurements and comprehensive photographs of roofs, loft spaces where access is safe and authorised, electrical areas and other relevant locations.
- Identify potential hazards, including suspected asbestos-containing materials, unsafe access, fragile roof surfaces and other health and safety risks.
- Liaise professionally with residents to arrange appointments, explain the survey process and identify any access requirements or individual needs.
- Complete detailed survey reports highlighting property suitability, installation constraints, remedial works and outstanding actions and report findings to the Operational Manager
- Update company systems accurately and ensure all survey information is submitted within agreed timescales
Experience Required:
- A good understanding of domestic building construction and roof types.
- Knowledge of solar PV installation requirements and common pre-installation constraints.
- The ability to identify visible roof defects and issues requiring further technical investigation.
- An understanding of safe working practices when surveying occupied properties and working at height.
- Strong communication skills and a professional approach to resident liaison.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a daily schedule of property surveys.
- Experience using digital survey applications, tablets and photographic reporting systems.
- The ability to produce accurate, detailed and clear survey reports.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between properties
Remuneration:
Rate per day will be competitive upon experience
This is a temporary position and Corepeople Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers to the hirer.
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