Braxfield Recruitment Limited

Stock Condition Surveyor Location: Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Bedfordshire Rate/Salary: £35-£38 Ltd umbrella per hour Contract Type: Interim / Permanent (adjust as required) About the Role: Our client, a leading housing association, is seeking two experienced Stock Condition Surveyors to join their property services team for 6-9 months to assist them in completing a backlog of stock condition surveys. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional surveyor to play a key role in ensuring the organisation s housing stock is safe, compliant and well-maintained. Appointments will be made by the scheduling team on behalf of the surveyors. Key Responsibilities: Carry out stock condition surveys across a diverse housing portfolio. Complete HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) assessments to identify hazards and ensure homes meet current housing standards. Record and update condition data accurately using handheld devices or surveying software. Provide technical advice and recommendations on repair, investment and improvement works. Liaise with residents and contractors in a professional and customer-focused manner. Experience and Skills Required: Previous experience conducting stock condition surveys and HHSRS assessments within the social housing sector. Strong knowledge of building pathology, maintenance, and housing standards. Proficient in using surveying software and mobile data collection tools. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel across the region required). Why Apply? Opportunity to work with a well-regarded housing provider dedicated to quality and resident safety. Competitive pay and mileage allowance. Flexible working arrangements and regional coverage ideal for candidates based within or near Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire or Bedfordshire. If you re an experienced surveyor looking for a rewarding role with a forward-thinking housing association, we d love to hear from you. To apply: Please apply by submitting your CV and a member of the Braxfield Team will be in touch to discuss the positions in more detail.

Electrical Operations Manager Location: High Wycombe Contract: Interim Salary: £350 - £425 We are working in partnership with a respected housing association seeking an Electrical Operations Manager to lead their electrical team, drive compliance excellence, and ensure high-quality, efficient delivery across all electrical work streams. The Role Reporting the Head of M&E, you ll provide strategic direction and operational oversight for all electrical works and compliance across the organisation s housing stock. You ll manage a dedicated team, including an Electrical Quality Inspectors, Electrical Supervisor, and a team of Electricians, ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include: Overseeing and managing all electrical works and compliance programmes. Acting as the Duty Holder and Qualified Supervisor (QS) for the NICEIC Approved Contractor accreditation. Leading, motivating, and developing your team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement. Managing a £3.5 million annual budget, ensuring value for money and financial control. Producing regular performance, financial, and compliance reports for senior leadership. Driving process improvements to enhance service quality and operational efficiency. Ensuring all works comply with the latest electrical, CDM, and health & safety regulations. Promoting excellent customer satisfaction and handling escalations promptly and effectively. About You You will be a confident, technically proficient, and people-focused leader with a strong understanding of electrical compliance within social housing or property services. You ll bring both hands-on technical experience and the strategic mindset to lead an evolving service. Essential experience and qualifications: Must hold 18th edition. Proven experience managing large-scale electrical works and compliance programmes. Demonstrable leadership experience managing teams, contractors, and budgets. Excellent understanding of health & safety and CDM regulations. Strong communication, problem-solving, and reporting skills. A can-do attitude with the ability to challenge, improve, and innovate. Desirable: Knowledge of other trade works (reactive repairs, voids, kitchens/bathrooms, cyclical). CITB Health & Safety training to industry standard. If you think this could be the right role for you then contact us with our most up to date CV and one of the team will be in touch to discuss further.

Fire Improvement Works Contract Surveyor Salary: £60,000 per annum Location: London & South East Contract: Permanent Our client, a highly respected housing association, is seeking an experienced Fire Improvement Works Contract Surveyor to support the delivery of vital fire safety and compliance programmes across their London and South-East portfolio. The Role As the Fire Improvement Works Contract Surveyor , you will assist in delivering both active and passive fire improvement programmes including fire doors, fire stopping, fire detection systems, communal alarms, and other remedial or renewal works. Working closely with the Senior FIW Project Manager, you ll ensure that all projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with statutory and internal standards. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of fire safety improvement works in line with Fire Risk Assessment outcomes and Fire Safety Standards. Inspect and scope properties to prepare detailed specifications for required works. Monitor contractors performance and carry out regular inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance. Conduct post-inspections and manage contractor valuations and variations. Ensure accurate record keeping and reporting via Keystone and other compliance systems. Collaborate closely with internal teams including Building Services, Health & Safety, and Housing to ensure seamless delivery. Maintain excellent financial oversight, ensuring value for money across all fire safety projects. Provide regular operational updates to senior management and contribute to compliance reports. Uphold the organisation s commitment to health, safety, and equality across all areas of work. About You Demonstrable experience delivering or supporting fire safety, compliance, or building improvement projects (ideally within housing or property management). Strong understanding of fire safety regulations, standards, and best practices. Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and residents. Committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer care. What s on Offer Competitive salary of £60,000 per annum Permanent position within a forward-thinking housing association Opportunity to work on essential safety and compliance programmes with real community impact Supportive team culture and strong organisational values If you think this could the role for you submit your most up to date CV to us and one of the team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

Interim Maintenance Surveyor Rate: £300 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Interim / Ongoing Assignment Location: Based NW London but must be willing to travel across London as required. We are partnering with a leading London based housing association, to recruit an Interim Maintenance Surveyor to support their property services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality homes. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in responsive repairs, voids management, and damp & mould investigations, and be confident managing contractors to achieve excellent resident outcomes. The Role As an Interim Maintenance Surveyor, you ll take responsibility for diagnosing building defects, specifying and managing remedial works, and ensuring housing stock remains compliant, safe, and well-maintained. You ll operate with a degree of autonomy making sound technical and commercial decisions on day-to-day maintenance issues while ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and value-for-money principles. Key Responsibilities Inspect and diagnose property defects, with a particular focus on damp and mould cases. Prepare detailed specifications, manage contractors, and oversee works from instruction to completion. Manage responsive repairs and void property works, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. Undertake quality audits and technical inspections to ensure contractor performance and compliance. Support the Technical Manager and Senior Technical Surveyor with escalated repairs and service queries. Ensure accurate financial management of works within delegated authority. Maintain accurate property and works data within asset management systems. Promote a positive culture of compliance, building safety, and excellent customer service. About You Strong background in maintenance surveying, building pathology, and defect diagnosis within the housing or property sector. Experienced in responsive repairs, voids, and planned maintenance delivery. Knowledge of damp and mould assessment and remedial solutions. Excellent stakeholder and contractor management skills. Confident in using asset management systems and producing technical reports. Ideally qualified to HNC level or equivalent in a building-related discipline. Available at short notice and able to work independently. What s on Offer £300 per day (Umbrella) Interim / ongoing contract with potential for extension Hybrid working arrangements (office/site based as required) Opportunity to contribute to a major housing provider delivering essential community services If you think this could be the right role for you then contact us with our most up t date CV and one of the team will be in touch to discuss further.

Interim Senior Technical Surveyor Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Interim / Ongoing Assignment Location: NW London but willing to travel across the City We re working in partnership with a leading London Based housing association to recruit an experienced Interim Senior Technical Surveyor. This is a pivotal role within the property services function, responsible for leading a team of Maintenance Surveyors and overseeing the effective delivery of technical surveying operations. You ll bring senior-level technical expertise, leadership capability, and a strong understanding of building compliance, ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and well maintained. The Role As an Interim Senior Technical Surveyor, you will support the Technical Manager in managing technical operations across maintenance and repair programmes. You ll lead a team of four Maintenance Surveyors, providing expert guidance, managing complex cases, and ensuring consistency and quality in technical assessments and service delivery. This is a highly autonomous role ideal for an experienced professional who can balance leadership, technical excellence, and operational delivery within a compliance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Maintenance Surveyor team, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Oversee complex repair and maintenance projects, including major works and high-risk cases. Conduct technical audits and ensure all surveying activities meet regulatory and contractual standards. Provide expert advice and solutions for complex building defects and maintenance challenges. Implement and promote electronic surveying tools and ensure effective usage across the team. Manage workflow, resource allocation, and quality assurance within the surveying function. Support contractor and consultant management, ensuring value for money and timely delivery. Ensure resident communications and service delivery are of the highest standard, handling escalations where necessary. Drive service improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for efficiency and innovation. Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, regulatory frameworks, and organisational policies. Act as a senior point of contact for technical queries and contribute to organisational strategy and best practice development. About You Minimum HNC in a building-related subject (or equivalent qualification). Extensive experience in technical surveying within housing, maintenance, or construction. Strong knowledge of housing law, compliance standards, and building safety regulations. Proven ability to lead and develop a team of surveyors or technical staff. Skilled in diagnosing complex building defects and recommending remedial solutions. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a focus on customer experience. Proficient in electronic surveying systems and data-driven reporting. Professional membership of RICS (TechRICS) or similar (desirable). What s on Offer £400 per day (Umbrella) Interim contract with potential for extension Hybrid working arrangements (site/office-based as required) Leadership opportunity within a respected, values-driven housing organisation If you think this could be the right role for you then contact us with our most up t date CV and one of the team will be in touch to discuss further.

Plumber Location: Central London Salary: £33,000 - 36,000 excellent NHS pension & benefits and opportunity for overtime Contract: Full-time, permanent The Role You ll be delivering high-quality plumbing maintenance, installation, and repair across a wide range of systems in a complex hospital estate. As a Certified Person, you ll work on specialist infrastructure including water, steam, ventilation and medical gas systems, ensuring critical facilities are safe, functional and compliant. Your duties will include: Planned and reactive maintenance across all plumbing and building services systems Diagnosing and repairing faults on pressurised water systems, steam lines, drainage and sanitary installations Supporting emergency repairs and scheduled shutdowns in close coordination with clinical and engineering teams Mentoring apprentices and junior team members Optional on-call rota participation, providing full-site coverage What You ll Bring We re looking for someone who has: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in plumbing or mechanical services Strong knowledge of water systems, pipefitting, drainage and compliance (e.g. L8/HSG274) Previous experience in a healthcare or complex estates environment (preferred) A methodical and safety-first approach Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Why Apply Join one of the UK s most respected NHS Trusts with a long legacy of engineering excellence Competitive NHS salary with regular pay progression Generous annual leave and NHS pension scheme London-based, with excellent transport links Long-term job stability in the public sector Be part of a purpose-driven team that supports life-saving care daily Click below to submit your CV or contact the team at Braxfield Recruitment to discuss the role in more detail.

Property Inspector Location: Hertfordshire area Salary: Circa £42,500 Contract: Full-time, permanent We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded housing association that is seeking a dedicated Property Inspector with an in depth knowledge of damp & mould, to join their property services team. The Role As a Property Inspector, you will play a vital role in maintaining and improving housing stock, making sure homes meet Decent Homes Standards and HHSRS requirements . You ll be carrying out inspections across a variety of properties, specifying and prioritising works, and overseeing contractors to ensure that projects are delivered on time, to cost, and to the highest safety standards. Key responsibilities include: Conducting property inspections (internal, external, and communal areas). Providing expert advice to residents and ensuring excellent customer service. Identifying, specifying, and prioritising works including damp, mould, and condensation issues. Working closely with contractors and internal teams to deliver efficient solutions. Ensuring compliance with health and safety policies and procedures. About You The ideal candidate will bring: A strong understanding of building components (trade background advantageous). Knowledge of HHSRS and Decent Homes guidelines. Experience dealing with issues such as damp, mould, and condensation. Excellent communication and customer service skills with a can-do approach. Ability to manage your own workload effectively and work well within a team. IT literacy and familiarity with handheld data capture devices. Desirable (but not essential): Trade qualifications and/or certification in damp identification/rectification. HHSRS practitioner course certification. What s on Offer 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Stakeholder pension scheme Life assurance Health Care Cash Plan This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to improving housing standards and delivering real value to residents.

Mechanical Engineer Location: Central London Salary: £33,094 - £36,194 + excellent NHS holiday benefits package Hours: Full-time, permanent The Role This role involves carrying out a full range of mechanical maintenance, installations and fault-finding across critical hospital engineering systems. You'll work closely with other skilled engineers and be part of a well-established team maintaining one of the UK s leading hospitals. You will: Deliver reactive and planned preventative maintenance across a wide range of mechanical systems Work on complex mechanical plant, including ventilation, steam systems, and medical gases Be responsible for equipment linked to emergency generators, large industrial boilers, and building management systems Act as a Certified Person for key mechanical systems (e.g., Medical Gas, Confined Spaces, PSSR) Liaise with engineering managers and clinical teams during service disruptions Mentor junior team members and apprentices What You ll Bring To succeed in this role, you will need: Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Experience working in a large building or healthcare environment (highly desirable) Knowledge of PPM, BMS, HVAC, steam systems or medical gas systems Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Flexibility to join an on-call rota (optional, with additional pay) Why Apply A long-term role with purpose, supporting the smooth operation of world-class patient care Stable working hours and a central London location Competitive NHS salary banding and annual leave NHS pension scheme and a comprehensive staff benefits package Ongoing development opportunities in one of the UK s most respected public sector organisations Click below to submit your CV or contact the team at Braxfield Recruitment to discuss the role in more detail.

Interim Compliance Manager Housing Association Location: Essex Rate: £375 £450 per day (Umbrella) We are working with a well-established Housing Association seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to join on an interim basis. This role will provide leadership and oversight across multiple compliance streams, ensuring contracts and contractor performance are effectively managed. Key Responsibilities Lead on all compliance areas, ensuring regulatory requirements are met. Oversee day-to-day contract management, monitoring service delivery against agreed standards. Manage contractor performance, driving accountability and value for money. Provide assurance to senior management and support the delivery of safe, compliant services. Identify and address risks, ensuring effective reporting and governance processes are in place. Candidate Profile Proven track record of managing compliance streams within housing or a related sector. Strong background in contract management and performance monitoring. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work at pace and deliver outcomes in an interim environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Compliance Manager to make an immediate impact within a housing organisation.