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Building Surveyor (Maintenance) for the United Reform Church (Thames North Synod Property Team)\n\nSalary: £55,000 - £57,000\nLocation: Home-based with regular London/UK travel\nContract: Full-time\nClosing Date: 18th January\nHays are working exclusively with Thames North Synod on this appointment.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a skilled Property Officer to join the Thames North Synod property team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert advice and hands-on support for property matters across the Synod, including development, repair, maintenance, sustainability enhancements, and refurbishment projects.You will play a key role in ensuring proposals for property development and related funding applications are well-researched and presented, enabling informed decision-making by the Resources Committee. Additionally, you will oversee Synod-owned investment properties-commercial, residential, and retirement housing-ensuring compliance with landlord responsibilities and statutory requirements.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nCollaborate with the Property Team to deliver property services aligned with Synod mission objectives.\nSupport churches in developing proposals for property development, refurbishment, and repair.\nPromote sustainability and ECO initiatives within the Synod.\nManage building contracts and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.\nOversee maintenance of Synod-owned properties, including residential investment properties.\nLiaise with letting agents, insurance brokers, and contractors.\nPrepare reports for the Resources Committee and attend relevant meetings.\nRespond to emergency property issues and manage out-of-hours repairs.Person Specification\n\nEssential:\n\nMinimum HNC/HND in Building Surveying or Facilities Management.\nHands-on experience in assessing feasibility and costs for building projects.\nStrong project management skills and ability to work with architects, surveyors, and contractors.\nKnowledge of Health & Safety legislation.\nExcellent communication and relationship-building skills.\nProficiency in MS Office and strategic thinking ability.\nDriving licence and own vehicle.Desirable:\n\nUnderstanding of local church operations and networks in the building industry.Additional Information\n\n31 days annual leave (including bank holidays).\nContributory pension scheme.\nEnhanced DBS and safeguarding training required.Interested?Apply now through Hays, who are working exclusively on this role.

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