Stock Condition Surveyor at London Borough of Waltham Forest

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

55323.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Stock condition surveying, Building components, Construction methods, HHSRS, Health and safety compliance, Asbestos management, Fire safety, Legionella risk assessment, Data analysis, Building defect diagnosis, Report writing, Communication skills, Negotiation, Conflict resolution, Asset management databases, Microsoft Office

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO5 £52,194 - £55,323 Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 15/05/2026 Proposed Interview Date(s):TBC Reference: 2099 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard [https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard] employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. About the role: The Stock Condition Surveyor plays a central role in assessing, recording, and maintaining accurate information on the condition of the Council’s housing stock. A core responsibility is to manage and undertake stock condition surveys across a large and diverse portfolio, identifying repairs, estimating component lifecycles, and capturing all relevant data for long term asset planning. This includes overseeing external consultants, ensuring that briefs are clear, quality standards are met, and surveys are delivered in line with programme requirements. The postholder must also ensure that all survey findings—photographs, documentation, and technical assessments—are accurately uploaded into the Council’s asset management system to support strategic investment decisions. A significant part of the role involves ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance. The Surveyor is expected to carry out assessments under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), promptly reporting and addressing any Category 1 hazards. They are also responsible for undertaking a range of health and safety inspections, including those related to asbestos, legionella, gas safety, fire safety, damp and mould, and general property risks. Through these activities, the role safeguards tenant wellbeing and reduces risks to the Council, contractors, and residents. The Stock Condition Surveyor provides essential insights that shape cyclical and planned maintenance programmes. By producing regular reports on property conditions and making evidence based recommendations, the postholder helps the Council target investment where it is most needed and reduce the reliance on costly responsive repairs. The role requires close working with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and partner organisations to validate data and maintain the integrity of the asset database, which underpins a substantial annual housing investment budget. In addition to technical surveying responsibilities, the role has a strong customer facing dimension. The postholder engages with residents to facilitate property access, address concerns, and contribute to consultation activities. Effective communication and negotiation skills are essential, particularly when explaining technical issues or managing sensitive situations. The Surveyor is also expected to train and support colleagues and external partners in using the asset management system, ensuring consistent data quality across the organisation. Flexibility is important, as the role may also support related service areas—for example, undertaking damp and mould surveys, EPC assessments, or administrative tasks when required. >> Click here to download the Role Profile

Responsibilities

The Stock Condition Surveyor manages and conducts housing stock surveys to assess property conditions, repair needs, and regulatory compliance. They also maintain asset management data and provide evidence-based reports to inform the Council's long-term investment and maintenance strategies.