Technical Surveyor

Job details
Posting date:	05 February 2026
Salary:	£39,483 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	07 March 2026
Location:	NE15 8NZ
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Karbon Homes
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	RQ00001608-60897

Apply for this job

Summary

Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Technical Surveyor

We’re looking for a motivated and skilled Technical Surveyor to join our Property Services Investment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in delivering highâ€‘quality investment projects that make a real difference to our customers, their homes, and our communities.

Our Property Service Investment Team is at the heart of making sure our homes are safe, wellâ€‘maintained and meet the standards our customers deserve. You’ll be joining a supportive, collaborative team that takes pride in delivering great results and living our Karbon values every day.

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced, highly motivated and positive thinking Technical Surveyor, to assist the Planned Investment Contracts Manager in:

Delivering customer focussed investment and cyclical projects
- Working alongside Karbons external partnering contractors
  - Pre works inspections and surveys
    - Site monitoring in terms of post inspection of works
      - Recording of monthly KPI’s
        
        Ensuring health and safety policies and procedures are followed on site
        
        Reporting of high quality, cost effective projects
        
        Within the role you would be involved in the Planned Investment works projects to our large portfolio of properties which includes:
        
        External Works - Re-roofing, Solar PV and Structural works
        
        Internal refurbishment – Kitchens, Bathrooms and Re-wires
        
        Heating Upgrades
        
        Environmental works to Karbon’s communal areas
        
        Decarbonisation and energy efficiency works.
        
        About You
        We’re looking for someone who:
        
        Has a strong track record in delivering customerâ€‘focused investment and improvement projects
        
        Can interpret technical information confidently and use it to drive decisions
        
        Builds great relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors and partners
        
        Brings a positive, proactive attitude and is always looking for ways to improve our service
        
        Has excellent communication skills and thrives as part of a busy, supportive team
        
        Understands the importance of compliance, safety and highâ€‘quality delivery
        
        You’ll also need a full UK driving licence as location of the role will vary from year to year, as will the nature of the works and property type, with Karbon having a vast portfolio of stock, across a large geographically area. As such travel will be an essential part of the role.
        You should also hold a relevant technical qualification or equivalent experience.
        If you’re someone who champions innovation, works collaboratively, and always puts the customer first, you’ll fit right in.
        Working With Us
        You’ll be part of our Property Service Investment Team led by Nathan Lowes, Planned Investment Contracts Manager. If you’d like to know more about the role, feel free to reach out to Nathan at Nathan.Lowes@karbonhomes.co.uk or on 07944 213836.
        Key Details
        
        Technical Surveyor – permanent role
        
        Salary - £39,483 per annum plus a Karbon car payment of £2,317 per annum
        
        Location: Newburn
        
        Regular travel will be required
        
        37 hours per week with agile working
        
        We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they’re applying for.
        The role you're applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) will be asked to submit a basic disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.
        Why Join Us?
        We offer a generous benefits package to support your wellbeing and development, including:
        
        26 days annual leave (rising to 31 after 3 years)
        
        Birthday leave
        
        Occupational pension
        
        Health cash plan
        
        Flexible benefits pot
        
        Access to funding for qualifications, conferences, and learning events
        
        Ready To Apply?
        If this sounds like the role for you, apply now via our website:– https://www.karbonhomes.co.uk/careers/
        We love seeing the real you in your application. It’s fine to use AI tools for things like polishing grammar or improving formatting—but your CV and supporting statement should still reflect your own skills, experience, and personality, so we do not accept applications that are fully generated by AI without your own input.
        Key Dates
        Closing date for applications
        Sunday 23 February 2026.
        We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of strong applications—so don’t wait too long to apply!
        Interview date
        Week commencing 09 March 2026.
        We’re Inclusive
        We’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, you’ll be guaranteed an interview.
        
        Need a reasonable adjustment to apply? Contact us at recruitment@karbonhomes.co.uk
        A Note for Recruitment Agencies
        We’re lucky to have a great Preferred Supplier List (PSL) in place, so we’re not looking for additional agency support right now. Thanks for understanding—we’ve got this covered!

Apply for this job