Site Surveyor

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Site Surveyor

  • 11846
  • Swindon
  • Commercial
  • Permanent
  • Closing on: 9 Nov 2026
  • 10022820
  • Drew Albert
  • Drew.Albert@wates.co.uk
  • Grade E - WPS Planned 2026
  • Basic DBS

We are seeking a motivated Site Surveyor to support the delivery of planned maintenance works across occupied social housing properties throughout Swindon.

Working closely with operational, commercial and resident liaison teams, you will be responsible for surveying properties, scoping works, validating specifications and ensuring projects are set up for successful delivery from the outset.

Opportunity Snapshot

  • Working across planned maintenance, refurbishment and retrofit projects within occupied social housing properties.
  • Site-based role covering Swindon.
  • Responsible for undertaking property surveys and preparing work specifications.
  • Multi-client social housing programme with long-term work security.
  • Salary, bonus scheme, car allowance and wider benefits package will be discussed during the screening process.

Main Duties

  • Undertaking pre-work property surveys across occupied social housing stock.
  • Producing schedules of works and detailed specifications.
  • Identifying repair requirements, defects and compliance-related issues.
  • Working closely with Site Managers and Project Managers to support programme delivery.
  • Assisting with the pricing and validation of works where required.
  • Cost variations
  • Liaising with residents and client representatives during surveying activities.
  • Ensuring all surveys are completed in line with company and client standards..

Experience We're Seeking

  • Previous experience delivering planned maintenance, refurbishment or retrofit works. (Essential)
  • Experience working within occupied social housing environments. (Essential)
  • Previous experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor. (Desirable)
  • Strong knowledge of building construction, defects diagnosis and property surveying. (Essential)
  • Full UK Driving Licence. (Essential)
  • Relevant construction or surveying qualification. (Desirable)

Our commitments:  

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work.  As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.  Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at wpsrecruitment@wates.co.uk

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