Diocesan Housing Surveyor
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,173.51 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 21 hours per week (FTE £41,955.85) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 March 2026 |
| Location: | Coventry & Warwickshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Coventry Diocese |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are looking for someone who can work alongside the Diocesan Property Manager, and Property Officer, to assist in the management of the Clergy Housing stock comprising of 160 houses across Coventry and Warwickshire.
The main responsibilities of the of Diocesan Housing Surveyor are:
Inspect Clergy houses and assess repairs and improvements necessary in compliance with Coventry Diocese Clergy Housing Standards.
Implement the recommendations of the property reports.
Arrange property inspections and implement the required works with the agreement of the Property Manager.
Arrange stock condition surveys.
Address reactive repairs and ensure works are undertaken and completed in accordance with the Housing Standards.
Prepare schedules of work and cost budgets, agree these with the Property Manager before tendering to approved contractors.
What we are looking for in a Diocesan Housing Surveyor:
Driving Licence with access to own car
Previous experience of managing small works contracts
Working knowledge of residential building defects and their resolution
Proven awareness of health and safety with regard to building management and works contracts.
Being responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of properties whilst remaining within budgetary and time constraints
Degree Level or relevant experience commensurate to the role
Evidence for continuing professional development.
Familiarity using a modern Property Management software package.
This post reports to the Property Manager and is based in the Diocesan Offices in Coventry.
£25,173.51 per annum for 21 hours per week (based on qualifications and
experience) for a 0.6 post (£41,955.85 pro rata) plus 8.5% Employer
Pension Contributions, Life Assurance, Rewards & Recognition Package, pro rata entitlement of 25 days annual leave, 8
days bank holiday, and 3 Diocesan Days at Christmas
Part-Time – 21 hours per week (3 days). As this is a new role within
the Diocese, working hours and days to be agreed to meet the
requirements of the role. Some evening and weekend work may be
required.
The main responsibilities of the of Diocesan Housing Surveyor are:
Inspect Clergy houses and assess repairs and improvements necessary in compliance with Coventry Diocese Clergy Housing Standards.
Implement the recommendations of the property reports.
Arrange property inspections and implement the required works with the agreement of the Property Manager.
Arrange stock condition surveys.
Address reactive repairs and ensure works are undertaken and completed in accordance with the Housing Standards.
Prepare schedules of work and cost budgets, agree these with the Property Manager before tendering to approved contractors.
What we are looking for in a Diocesan Housing Surveyor:
Driving Licence with access to own car
Previous experience of managing small works contracts
Working knowledge of residential building defects and their resolution
Proven awareness of health and safety with regard to building management and works contracts.
Being responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of properties whilst remaining within budgetary and time constraints
Degree Level or relevant experience commensurate to the role
Evidence for continuing professional development.
Familiarity using a modern Property Management software package.
This post reports to the Property Manager and is based in the Diocesan Offices in Coventry.
£25,173.51 per annum for 21 hours per week (based on qualifications and
experience) for a 0.6 post (£41,955.85 pro rata) plus 8.5% Employer
Pension Contributions, Life Assurance, Rewards & Recognition Package, pro rata entitlement of 25 days annual leave, 8
days bank holiday, and 3 Diocesan Days at Christmas
Part-Time – 21 hours per week (3 days). As this is a new role within
the Diocese, working hours and days to be agreed to meet the
requirements of the role. Some evening and weekend work may be
required.
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