Void Surveyor

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Void Surveyor

PO2: starting Salary £41,967 pa rising in annual increment to £44,862 per annum incl LW

12-month Fixed Month Contract or Secondment Opportunity

Hybrid working

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. 

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. 

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

The role involves managing proactive and reactive repairs within a geographical area within the borough.  The Team manages a range of works from emergency repairs, routine repairs, through to planned works. We work in collaboration with various teams within the council as well as a number of external stakeholders to provide a comprehensive repairs service. 

About the Role:

The role will ideally suit an individual who thrives on variety, and you must have experience in a similar role in a local authority within the repair’s environment of at least five years. You should have good knowledge of structures, high- rise buildings, low rise domestic buildings and experience in diagnosing defects, drafting reports, and applying remedies.

Report writing skills and presenting to senior management and cabinet members will be key, together with an understanding of the Local Authority environment. You will be experienced in all aspects of Landlord and Tenant work and have solid understanding of H&S legislation.

• Effectively manage own workload.
• Conveys messages effectively
• Establishes clear targets and meets them.
• Demonstrate resilience to pressure
• Maintain professionalism at all times
• Strong problem-solving abilities 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• High level of organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Diligence in managing records, documentation and follow up actions.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

Relevant experience, sound IT skills, sound repairs knowledge, and at least one relevant qualification in this field would be beneficial. 

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact David Lindsay at Dlindsay.gov.uk

How to Apply:

If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. 

We operate an anonymized application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: 11:59pm on Tuesday 24th September 2024

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid Working.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
• Discounts at local restaurants.
• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
• Trade Union Membership.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here