Repairs Surveyor

Company: The Oyster Partnership
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Location: London
Job Description:

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a hands‑on Repairs & Disrepair Surveyor to support the management of day‑to‑day responsive repairs and legal disrepair cases. This is a field‑based role requiring regular visits to tenants’ homes, close collaboration with contractors, and coordination with the in‑house legal team on case progression and formal documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee day‑to‑day reactive repairs across the housing portfolio.
  • Work directly with contractors to ensure repairs are completed to required standards.
  • Handle legal disrepair cases, acting as a liaison between tenants, contractors, and the legal team.
  • Produce accurate and comprehensive Scott Schedules and other required legal documentation.
  • Visit tenants’ homes to assess issues, document findings, and ensure safety and compliance.
  • Support repairs‑related projects, including safety issue management and case‑specific interventions.

Working Arrangements

  • Field‑based / Onsite role – extensive work in tenants’ homes.
  • Not an office‑based or compliance‑focused post.
  • Collaboration with contractors, repairs supervisors, and the legal team.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience managing reactive / day‑to‑day repairs.
  • Experience with disrepair case management.
  • Ability to draft Scott Schedules and understand legal repair requirements.
  • Confidence engaging with tenants in their homes, including dealing with challenging environments.
  • Strong organisational and documentation skills

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Posted: June 13th, 2026