Job Description:

Stock Conditions Surveyor - Harlow District Council

Harlow District Council

Temporary, Full Time

£325.00 per day

Location: Harlow

Closing Date: 13th July 2026

Essex County Council are pleased to be supporting Harlow District Council to recruit a temporary Stock Conditions Surveyor on an initial 12-month basis. Please note that this post requires the successful individual to be based on site 4 days per week.

Harlow is a district of contrasts and an ideal location to both live and work. The town itself is thriving, with excellent shopping and leisure facilities for all ages. We have good road links to the M11 and M25 and excellent rail connections to London and Stansted Airport, just 35 minutes and 20 minutes away from Harlow respectively.

Harlow is an authority with big ambitions. Our Housing capital programme for investment work to occupied homes is in the region of £150m over the next 2 years. We are building a team of high calibre professionals and welcome applications from those with drive and experience who can help us meet the challenge.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Stock Condition Surveyor to join our Property Services team in Harlow. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out comprehensive stock condition surveys across our housing portfolio, collecting accurate property data and supporting the development of planned maintenance, investment, and asset management programmes.

This role plays a vital part in ensuring our homes remain safe, compliant, and decent for residents while providing robust data to inform future investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake stock condition surveys of residential properties, communal areas, and associated assets.
• Assess and record the condition, age, and remaining lifespan of building components including kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, windows, doors, heating systems, and external elements.
• Collect, validate, and maintain accurate asset data using handheld devices and asset management systems.
• Identify and report defects, health and safety hazards, and compliance-related issues.
• Support the delivery of planned maintenance, capital works, and asset investment programmes.
• Liaise with residents to arrange and conduct property inspections, ensuring excellent customer service at all times.
• Produce detailed survey reports, recommendations, and cost estimates where required.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of stock investment plans and asset strategies.
• Work closely with Repairs, Compliance, Planned Works, and Housing teams to ensure accurate and up-to-date asset information.
• Ensure all surveying activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience undertaking stock condition surveys within social housing, local authority, or residential property environments.
• Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property Maintenance, or equivalent experience.
• Sound knowledge of building construction, maintenance requirements, and lifecycle replacement programmes.
• Understanding of housing compliance requirements, including HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard, and building safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (or ability to travel across the housing portfolio).