Southwark Council

Why Southwark? Southwark is a borough with ambition for its homes, its communities and its future. As a council, we are committed to delivering well-designed, cost-effective and resident-centred investment in our housing stock. Our aim is simple: to ensure every resident lives in a safe, high-quality home and neighbourhood they can be proud of. We are now seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Building Surveyor to oversee the completion of specific major works projects on the council's housing estates and to oversee a review of various completed projects included in the council's Quality Homes Investment Programme (QHIP). What You'll Be Doing As a Building Surveyor, you will provide a specialist, comprehensive professional surveying and technical service to the Planned Maintenance Team in overseeing the review and completion of specific major works projects carried out on the London Borough of Southwark's (LBS) social housing estates. You will oversee the review of various completed projects included in the LBS' Quality Homes Investment Programme (QHIP) during the period including reporting findings and recommendations for improvement. Key responsibilities include: Acting as an expert for the LBS within the building surveying professional field, with an in-depth knowledge of building construction and practices. Carrying out surveys of tenanted and leasehold properties and communal areas to blocks of flats on the LBS' social housing estates to: Assess the standard, quality and quantity of works recently completed as part of the LBS' QHIP projects. Identify any current maintenance issues including damp and mould, fire and building safety related issues. Identify any future planned maintenance or 'major works' requirements for inclusion in the LBS' asset management strategy. Preparing reports and schedules to be issued to senior managers, committees, consultants and contractors in relation to required remedial works, defects, reactive repairs and future works programmes. Responsibility for the administration, management and completion of subsequent remedial works (defects), ensuring that site operations and construction work comply with relevant contract documents, LBS' processes and procedures, and all current legislation. Undertaking desktop reviews, post inspections and assessments of various completed projects included in the LBS' Quality Homes Investment Programme (QHIP) during the period including reporting findings and recommendations for improvement. What We're Looking For We are looking for a colleague who understands Southwark, shares our commitment to resident-focused service delivery, and is ready to take on a role with significant responsibility and influence. You will be a confident, inclusive and politically aware individual, with a strong background in housing or local authority services. You will bring: Degree-level education or equivalent experience in project management. Knowledge of, and experience in housing building maintenance and refurbishment and contract management. Knowledge of current housing legislation, leaseholder consultation requirements, housing finance and budgetary control. Knowledge of the relevant Building Safety Legislation (Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Duty of Care) and the actions the Council needs to take to meet the relevant requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with residents, councillors and partners. A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive leadership. Additional Information Advert Closing date: 08/03/2026 Shortlisting date: 11/03/2026 Interview date: 16/03/2026 Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark Attachments Click here to view the Job description and Person specification

Why Southwark? Southwark is a borough with ambition for its homes, its communities and its future. As a council, we are committed to delivering well-designed, cost-effective and resident-centred investment in our housing stock. Our aim is simple: to ensure every resident lives in a safe, high-quality home and neighbourhood they can be proud of. We are now seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Clerk of Works to assist with the completion of specific major works projects on the council's housing estates and, a review of various completed projects included in the council's Quality Homes Investment Programme (QHIP). What You'll Be Doing In your role as Clerk of Works, you will provide a specialist, comprehensive professional Clerk of Works service to the Planned Maintenance Team in the review and completion of specific major works projects carried out on the London Borough of Southwark's (LBS) social housing estates. You will assist the Planned Maintenance Team in assessing the delivery, administration and management of council-designed major works projects, ensuring that site operations and construction work comply with relevant contract documents, LBS' processes and procedures, and all current legislation. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out surveys of tenanted and leasehold properties and communal areas to blocks of flats on the LBS' social housing estates to: Assess the standard, quality and quantity of works recently completed as part of the LBS' QHIP projects. Identify any current maintenance issues including damp and mould, fire and building safety related issues. Identify any future planned maintenance or 'major works' requirements for inclusion in the LBS' asset management strategy. Providing professional advice and reports as required to senior managers on the delivery of specific 'high-risk' major works projects. Assisting in assessing the delivery, administration and management of council-designed major works projects, ensuring that site operations and construction work comply with relevant contract documents, LBS' processes and procedures, and all current legislation. Evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of contracts, service providers, products and consultants used and make recommendations on changes or developments as required. Conducting detailed site surveys, stock condition surveys, and pre and post inspections with the service provider, contract administrator and LBS staff responsible for the management of major works projects. Monitoring and report on various areas such as quality, customer care, application, maintenance requirements, etc. Working closely with the Contractor to ensure that the correct and appropriate works and specifications are specified and delivered, taking appropriate corrective action when they are not. What We're Looking For We are looking for a colleague who understands Southwark, shares our commitment to resident-focused service delivery, and is ready to take on a role with significant responsibility and influence. You will be a confident, inclusive and politically aware individual, with a strong background in housing or local authority services. You will bring: Current professional membership e.g., IOSH, CABE, ICWCI, AECoW, CQI etc or relevant equivalent professional experience. Working knowledge of the relevant Building Regulations, Building Safety Legislation and, the actions the Council must take to meet the relevant requirements. Knowledge of, and experience in housing building maintenance and refurbishment and contract management, relating to managing the delivery of works projects and building safety compliance within social housing. Experience of preparing site reports relating to the works, contractors and site programmes. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with residents, councillors and partners. A clear commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity. Additional Information Advert Closing date: 08/03/2026 Shortlisting date: 11/03/2026 Interview date: 16/03/2026 Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark Attachments Click here to view the Job description and Person specification

About Southwark We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. The Role As a Mechanical Heating Inspector (District Heating), you'll provide expert technical support for the maintenance, servicing and improvement covering all our district heating network services across the Council's extensive housing portfolio. You'll work closely with internal teams, contractors and residents to manage and deliver responsive and planned works - from basic communal heating systems to complex commercial plant rooms & energy centres. You'll play a key role in ensuring engineering services meet all regulatory and safety standards, while delivering excellent value and service to our residents. You'll also contribute to disrepair cases, manage contractor performance, and represent the council on technical matters. Key Responsibilities: Conducting inspections, diagnosing faults in communal and commercial heating systems, specifying repairs that minimise disruption and maximise value Prepare detailed technical reports and specifications using council systems Oversee and monitor service, repair, and installation contracts, ensuring compliance, high performance standards and in line with current regulations Provide expert technical support in legal disrepair cases Supervise contractors on-site, ensuring work is delivered safely, compliantly, and to a high standard About You: We're looking for a qualified and highly skilled engineer who brings: A City & Guilds or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (Heat Generation and Distribution) or have extensive appropriate equivalent experience Current ACS Gas Certification and Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification Strong knowledge of mechanical services across all housing and commercial environments Hands-on experience managing large-scale planned and responsive maintenance Confidence in preparing technical reports, liaising with contractors, and delivering excellent resident service Benefits and more information: In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving Engineering Services Team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Closing date: 2 October 2025. Shortlisting date: 6 October 2025. Interview date: TBC. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £44,430.00-£51,663.00 per year Work Location: In person