Maintenance & Repairs Officer

Interim Maintenance & Repairs Officer Location: Guildford Rate: £365 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 6 Months Start Date: ASAP Working Arrangement: 5 days per week on site, with afternoons spent working from home completing survey write-ups and associated administration. The Role We are seeking an experienced Maintenance & Repairs Officer to support the delivery of a high-quality repairs and maintenance service across the council's housing stock. You will be responsible for inspecting properties, diagnosing defects, managing repairs, and overseeing contractors to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities ·Conduct pre, in-progress, post-work and void property inspections. ·Diagnose building defects and identify appropriate remedial works. ·Raise and manage repair orders through to completion. ·Oversee contractors and monitor quality, performance and costs. ·Prepare specifications, schedules of work and estimates where required. ·Ensure compliance with relevant health & safety legislation. ·Carry out asbestos and property-related safety inspections. ·Liaise with tenants, contractors and internal stakeholders to resolve maintenance issues. ·Support continuous service improvement and performance targets. Requirements ·Strong knowledge of building construction, repairs, maintenance an...