Job Description: Property Surveyor
Location: Cork/Munster
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Job Summary
As Property Surveyor your role is ensuring that Tuath's homes are safe, well‑maintained, legally compliant and fit for residents to live in. This role combines technical inspection, project management, budgeting and regulatory compliance with a strong focus on social housing standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Functional)
Conduct inspections of housing stock, including pre‑ and post‑inspections and identify issues such as structural defects, damp and mould, disrepair or unsafe features, defect analysis, fire safety compliance matters, and non‑compliance with relevant standards.
Prepare reports and maintenance schedules.
Liaise and update relevant stakeholders such as Local Authorities.
Provide technical inspections and reports on property acquisitions.
Review Safety File information and conveyancing documents.
Engage and supervise specialist support services as required.
Conduct scheme appraisals prior to acquisition.
Oversee responsive repairs for urgent issues (e.g., leaks, fire incidents, electrical faults).
Oversee major works repairs.
Review works to ensure value for money.
Manage dilapidations.
Liaise with contractors, customers and internal teams.
Manage refurbishment or improvement projects, including writing specifications, tendering and procuring works, monitoring performance and quality of contractors, and ensuring works are completed on time, on budget and to standard.
Prepare for audits, building safety inspections and respond to compliance failures.
Contribute to asset management strategies (long‑term planning for housing stock condition).
Prepare cost estimates for repairs, upgrades, or major works.
Work with finance teams to manage budgets.
Manage property‑related complaints and RTB cases.
Explain planned works, timelines, and disruptions to residents.
Provide adaptation support and advice.
Collaborate with internal teams on property, compliance and regulatory matters.
Liaise with OMC's, Local Authorities, Residents and other stakeholders.
Handle sensitive cases involving vulnerable residents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Organisational)
Adopt a collaborative and supportive approach, maintaining up‑to‑date professional knowledge and providing advice and assistance to colleagues as required.
Provide statistical data, information and testimonials when required.
Promote effective communications, excellence in customer service and a focus on continuous improvement in all aspects of the company's work.
Be proactive in developing and maintaining strong networks and relationships with colleagues and other organisations and agencies to ensure excellence in service delivery.
Health and Safety Responsibility
To conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others, and to be aware and act in accordance with Tuath's Health and Safety Policy.
This job description is not definitive or restrictive and will be subject to periodic review.
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