About Us:
Tuath Housing has provided safe, secure, and affordable housing since 2006. Our values remain the same as we focus on delivering quality homes to more people and providing an outstanding customer experience to our 27,000 residents. We maintain and develop our team of dedicated, motivated, and authentic people through focused training and career development.
Our People and Culture:
Our employees benefit from a positive working culture, learning and development opportunities, and an extensive benefits package which includes:
* 24 days annual leave
* Attractive salaries commensurate with experience
* Pension scheme, bike-to-work scheme, and a wellness allowance
* Career development opportunities and a study aids scheme
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible working and an excellent work-life balance package
Tuath Housing is accredited with the Bronze Award from Investors for Diversity and is committed to promoting a diverse and respectful workplace reflective of all cultures, nationalities, backgrounds, genders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people from traditionally marginalized backgrounds.
Tuath is committed to embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into every aspect of the business, and to implementing a business plan that emphasizes social responsibility throughout our operations. We believe in the importance of working in partnership with our many stakeholders to deliver more homes to more people, creating communities across the country.
If you are driven to make a difference and believe that everybody needs a home, Tuath is waiting to hear from you.
Job Summary:
The Property Surveyor is responsible for building surveying duties such as property inspections, defect analysis, stock condition surveys, procurement, contract management, fire safety assessments, and energy management programmes. Agile working with access to the Dublin office. A full clean driving licence and use of a car for business purposes is required. Suitable candidates will have a 3rd level qualification (Level 7 NFQ or above) in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a similar construction-related qualification.
Responsibilities:
Surveying:
* Undertake a range of surveying duties including pre-acquisition surveys, stock condition surveys, fire safety assessments, snag lists, and measured surveys, providing comprehensive written reports.
* Inspect and prepare reports on defects and other property condition issues.
Repairs & Maintenance:
* Undertake pre & post inspections of repair work and produce detailed and accurate reports.
* Provide technical advice and specifications.
* Inspect and report on projects, producing detailed and accurate reports.
* Provide technical assistance to Housing Management and Development staff as required.
Planned & Cyclical Maintenance:
* Undertake pre and post inspections of properties and works.
* Update information from inspections and surveys of planned and cyclical maintenance programmes using a Building Asset Database.
Adaptations:
* Carry out surveys/feasibility studies on adaptation solutions.
* Undertake pre and post inspections of adaptation work recommended by Occupational Therapists and other relevant parties.
* Liaise with Local Authority and Occupational Therapists (or other relevant advisors), contractors, and tenants before, during, and after completion of the work.
* Update the information from inspections and surveys using a Building Asset Database.
Training:
* Request/attend training appropriate to your role.
General:
* Conduct all activities in a manner that is safe for yourself and others, in accordance with the Association's Health and Safety Policy.
* Contribute to the effective delivery of a Quality Service through the formulation, review, and proper implementation of policies and procedures.
* Comply with Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, and Equality legislation.
* Assist with the procurement of consultants.
* Participate in forums/working groups/committees as required.
* Liaise with Managing Agents/Companies regarding Fire Safety, Emergency lighting, lifts, common services, and general repairs.
* Liaise with Housing Management on all aspects affecting tenants.
* Assist the Property Services Manager, Senior Staff, Head of Property Services, Directors, and the Chief Executive with the compilation of stats, reports, and data as required.
* Fulfil all care and high standards regarding both Tuath's and your own health and safety obligations.
* Promote the Association positively in all activities.
* Exercise discretion in all aspects of the role.
* Offer technical advice to other staff.
* Any other duties consistent with your role.
Requirements:
* 3rd level qualification (Level 6 NFQ or above) in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a similar construction-related/post-trade qualification.
* At least 5 years' experience in a similar role.
* Previous technical/construction experience in housing is desirable.
* Experience in undertaking Stock Condition Survey Programmes indicating condition, estimating remaining lifespan, and urgency of required works, producing reports with photos.
* A knowledge and understanding of building pathology.
* Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and compliance within a construction setting.
* Knowledge of techniques of residential construction and their services systems.
* Knowledge of Technical Guidance Documents/Building Control Requirements.
* Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
* Experience of Building Asset Databases, defect diagnosis, and identification of remedial works is desirable.
* Experience of planned works maintenance programmes is desirable.
* Experience in computerized maintenance and managing building asset databases is desirable.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
* Good organizational and time-management skills.
* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
* Commitment to working in a customer-focused and solution-oriented manner.
* Participate in forums/working groups/committees as required.
* Promote a culture supportive of excellent service delivery and meets Tuath Housing's vision, mission, and values.
* Promote a sustainable organization, helping to reduce our environmental impact and participate in sustainable initiatives across Tuath Housing.
Working for Tuath Housing:
* Attractive salary commensurate with experience
* 24 days annual leave
* Service leave
* Organizational performance bonus
* Generous pension scheme
* Sick leave
* Wellness allowance
* Hybrid working
* Bike-to-work scheme
* Flexible working hours
* Career break
* Career development program
* Employee assistance program
* LinkedIn Learning license
* Employee Green Team
* Sports & Social Club
* Work-life balance package
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