The Position
Title
National Stock Condition Surveyor
Reporting to
Head of Asset Management
Place of work
Blanchardstown / National
Contract Type
Full-Time / Permanent Role
Co-operative Housing Ireland
Co-operative Housing Ireland is the national organisation representing, promoting, and developing co-operative housing in Ireland.
Co-operative Housing Ireland is an Approved Housing Body (AHB) and a member of the Housing Alliance. Co-operative Housing Ireland work with various stakeholders in the housing sector, including Local Authorities, Government, aspiring homeowners, tenants, and developers and is subject to regulation by the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority and the Charities Regulator.
Since our foundation in 1973 we have provided over 5,700 homes through homeownership, shared ownership, and social rented co-operatives. With our membership of democratically controlled local co-operatives, we continue to manage over 6,000 homes across Ireland.
Role:
Co-operative Housing Ireland is seeking an individual to conduct surveying inspections of our residential properties to capture and update condition data and property attribute information.
The role involves conducting detailed surveys of various property types to evaluate their condition, compliance with standards, and maintenance needs. The surveyor ensures accurate data collection on component age, condition, remaining life, and quantity, which informs future maintenance programs, compliance with statutory regulations, and health and safety requirements. You will be required to update and monitor Co-operative Housing Ireland's stock condition software & work closely with the Head of Asset Management to ensure that delivery targets are met.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Perform stock condition surveys and report on remedial action
* Identify non-compliance with standards, report safety issues, and adhere to health and safety policies
* Analyse survey data to prioritise maintenance programs, support option appraisals, and assist in data cleansing for accurate records
* Collaborate with Regional Maintenance teams, housing staff, and teams to resolve issues; provide tenants technical advice (e.g., condensation, insulation); share insights in asset management meetings
* When required ensure properties meets the Housing (Standards for Rented Houses) Regulations 2019
* Assist the Regional Asset Manager in the delivery of the annual component replacement and deep retrofit. This will include quality assurance visits and liaison with 3rd party consultants and contractors.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with core external stakeholders
* Attend in-person and online meetings
Requirements
* NFQ Level 7 qualification in a surveying, property, engineering, or construction discipline or NFQ Level 6 Qualification in an electrical, construction or engineering-based trade with relevant experience.
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in similar asset management, facilities management, or maintenance role.
* Full, clean 'Class B' EU driver's licence.
* Membership of a relevant professional organisation with an asset management focus (e.g. SCSI, RICS, EI) (desirable not essential).
* Experience in using CAFM or CRM software
* Conscientious with a high attention to detail and ability to multitask
* Good knowledge of building construction and components
* Experience of building diagnosis and defects identification
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary Bands
* 22 Days Annual Leave + 3 Company Privilege Days
* Annual leave increase to 30 days linked to length of service
* Generous Company Pension Contributions (up to 12% employer contribution)
* Income Protection
* Paid Sick leave Scheme
* Educational Assistance Program
* Paid Study & Exam Leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP Scheme)
* Life Cover/Death in Service
* Paid Professional Subscription
* Hybrid-Working
Selection Process
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit a CV via the Apply for This Job Button on this page.
(Co-operative Housing Ireland does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies at this time).
Co-operative Housing Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.