Respond is one of the largest housing associations in Ireland, providing social housing and homeless services.
Our vision is that every family and individual in Ireland will have high-quality housing as part of a vibrant and caring community.
We are growing rapidly in response to the housing crisis and are now looking for the right person who has the passion and skills to help us realise our vision.
Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce.
If you do not tick every box there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation.
We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion.
If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.
Role:Property Surveyor Location:Waterford / Hybrid Reporting To: Regional Repairs and Maintenance Manager Terms: 12 month fixed term contract (39 hours per week Monday Friday) Salary Range:€44,974 - €58,201 (Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience) Job Purpose: The Property Surveyor is responsible for the management coordination and budgetary control of delivery of all properties in his/her designated area and maintenance services to all properties and to ensure that properties are sustained in a safe and reasonable manner.
Core Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the National Maintenance Manager and working as part of the property team, the Property Surveyor will oversee all property and related maintenance programs: Must ensure that all operations are conducted in a respectful and responsible way, ensuring that all decisions and actions comply with the relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Responsible for the repair and maintenance of buildings.
Supervise and manage staff and contractors in an effective manner Respond to concerns and complaints of tenants in a positive and courteous manner Manage maintenance and repairs to Respond accommodation units.
Note:The post holder will be required to attend meetings during the evening and at weekends.The post holder will be scheduled to be on call on a regular basis and expected to work outside normal hours and to cover emergencies and attend on site including during periods of severe/ inclement weather.
Main Activities: Conduct inspections of property for needed services and repair, including managing and conducting stock assessment programs and inspections.
Coordinate emergency and regular repairs and coordinate repairs to buildings including liaise with all relevant parties, regulatory and statutory authorities, residents, clients and 3rd parties.
Co-ordinate and manage maintenance of building protection systems and equipment, landscaping and grounds maintenance, structural, mechanical and electrical systems, boilers, heating and ventilation systems, pumps, maintenance and repairs of building interiors and exteriors.
Maintenance and repairs of finishing, ceilings, flooring and roofing and all other building infrastructure and components, maintenance and repairs to appliances.
Supervise procurement and delivery of work in order to ensure a positive and healthy work environment.
Provide leadership, guidance and technical advice to staff and residents, Promote staff morale and workplace safety.
Assign tasks and ensure schedules are maintained.
Recognize and deal with language or any communication issues.
Supervise consultants and contractors and delegate responsibilities.
Have the capacity to understand, analyse, document, administer and communicate issues faults, problems and solutions to technical and non-technical personnel.
Maintain the general administration, statutory compliance, quality assurance and protocol compliance and financial/budgetary compliance of the maintenance and inspection program.
Prepare budgets and financial reports.
Assist with preparation of Maintenance and Improvement Plans, establish preventative maintenance schedules.
Prepare plans for projects, manage applicable projects, manage and administer contracts, keep a daily log, accurately input, track, analyse and interpret data using computerised maintenance management systems.
Prepare and present reports and provide full accountability for the deployment, management and use of resources.
Prepare procurement documentation, administer procurement systems, evaluate and award contracts and negotiate and administer contracts under the direction of line and senior management.
Recommend the purchase of goods and equipment.
Liaise and negotiate with and provide reports to government agencies, departments and other organizations as required.
Essential Criteria/Education Qualification: Relevant and recognised Construction, Construction Science or Science /Technology qualification to NFQ Level 7 or equivalent learning.
Experience: ?Minimum 7 years recent construction/ building maintenance related experience including involvement with tendering/procurement.
Technical Skills: Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
Report writing and administration skills.
Desired Skills/Personal Attributes: Evidence of continued professional development over the course of this work period includinglearning/training in relation to current legislation, construction regulations, safety health and welfare, procurement and contract administration.
Own transport and a clean driving license.
Knowledge of fault finding, and repair/maintenance requirements in respect of property and its constituent components and elements.
Budgeting and financial administration.
Maintenance planning and administration.
Knowledge of and building technology, the construction industry and property.
Knowledge of workplace safety health and welfare.
Inspection procedures and reporting, building maintenance.
Excellent literacy and communications skills including a high level of IT literacy and computer skills including the ability to operate the computerized maintenance management system and a capacity to work proficiently with MS office, excel, databases ACAD.
Maintain standards of conduct and work effectively as part of a wider team.
Be respectful, honest, and trustworthy.
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Be flexible and capable of working independently and to deadlines.
Garda clearance will be sought and required for this post.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 23rd May 2025.
Skills: workplace safety contract management maintenance planning