Building Surveyor / Roof SurveyorSpecialist Roof Inspections – Training ProvidedUK Roof Surveys LtdFull-time | PermanentSalary: £38,000–£45,000 per year depending on experienceCompany vehicle providedThe OpportunityUK Roof Surveys is a growing independent specialist roof inspection company carrying out residential and professional roof surveys across the UK.Due to continued growth, we are looking for a professional Building Surveyor / Roof Surveyor to join our team.We are open to candidates from several backgrounds.You may already be an experienced Building Surveyor, Property Surveyor, Condition Surveyor or Roof Surveyor looking to specialise further in roofing.You may be RICS qualified, working towards RICS membership, or have developed your surveying experience through another professional route.Alternatively, you may be an experienced former roofing professional who has moved, or is looking to move, into surveying and inspection work.What matters most is that you are professional, dependable, technically minded and capable of making evidence-based decisions.About the RoleThis is a specialist surveying position rather than a roofing sales or contracting role.UK Roof Surveys does not undertake remedial roofing works.Our surveyors independently establish the condition of a roof, identify defects and their likely causes, and provide clients with clear evidence-based findings.You will carry out inspections including:Pre-purchase and homebuyer roof surveysRoof condition surveysLeak and defect investigationsDrone roof inspectionsInternal roof-space inspectionsWorkmanship and installation assessmentsRepair versus replacement assessmentsIndependent contractor recommendation reviewsAs you develop within the company, opportunities may also arise to work on commercial properties, housing portfolios, complex investigations and post-works quality assurance.What You’ll InspectOur surveys consider the roof as a complete system, including where applicable:Natural slateClay and concrete roof tilesFlat roofing systemsLeadwork and flashingsValleys and abutmentsRidges and vergesChimneysUnderlays and battensRoof ventilationVisible insulationRoof structures and loft spacesPrevious repairs and alterationsInternal evidence of water ingressGeneral workmanship and installation qualityWho We’re Looking ForWe are deliberately open-minded about professional background.Suitable applicants could include:Building SurveyorsResidential SurveyorsProperty SurveyorsCondition SurveyorsStock Condition SurveyorsRoof SurveyorsBuilding InspectorsClerk of Works / Quality InspectorsRICS-qualified surveyorsSurveyors working towards RICS membershipExperienced former roofing professionals with appropriate technical knowledgeRICS membership is welcomed but is not essential for this position.Candidates without extensive specialist roofing experience will receive training in the UK Roof Surveys inspection methodology and roofing defect assessment.Likewise, candidates coming from a roofing background will receive training in our professional surveying, evidence gathering and reporting standards.What Matters to UsTechnical knowledge can be developed.The characteristics we will not compromise on are:Reliability. Professionalism. Integrity. Attention to detail.Our surveyors represent UK Roof Surveys in clients’ homes and are trusted to provide independent professional opinions that can influence significant property decisions.We therefore need someone who:Turns up when they say they willCommunicates professionally with clientsRecords evidence thoroughlyDoes not make assumptions where evidence is insufficientIs comfortable asking for technical support when requiredCan follow a consistent inspection methodologyTakes pride in producing accurate workCan manage their own diary and workload responsiblyEssential RequirementsRelevant surveying, property inspection, building pathology or substantial roofing experienceStrong understanding of residential buildingsAbility to identify defects and investigate likely causesExcellent attention to detailGood written and verbal communicationComfortable using digital inspection/reporting systemsFull UK driving licenceWillingness to travelAbility to work independentlyProfessional and dependable approachDesirable Experience / QualificationsAny of the following would be advantageous but are not mandatory:MRICS / AssocRICSBuilding Surveying degree or equivalentResidential surveying experienceStock condition surveyingBuilding pathology experienceRoofing inspection experiencePractical roofing backgroundClerk of Works / quality inspection experienceDrone qualification or experienceThermal imaging experienceWorking at Height trainingAsbestos AwarenessCSCSExperience producing professional inspection reportsTrainingEvery successful candidate will be trained in the UK Roof Surveys inspection methodology, regardless of their previous experience.This includes:Roofing systems and materialsCommon roofing failure mechanismsDefect diagnosisEvidence gatheringPhotographic standardsInternal and external inspection proceduresRepair versus replacement assessmentRemaining service-life considerationsDigital inspection systemsUK Roof Surveys reporting standardsClient communicationTechnical escalation proceduresInitial inspections will be supervised and reviewed before the successful candidate progresses to independent surveying.Complex or unusual findings can be escalated to senior technical support.Career DevelopmentUK Roof Surveys is developing its surveying operation nationally.For the right person, this role therefore offers the opportunity to progress beyond residential surveying into areas including:Senior Roof SurveyorCommercial roof inspectionsComplex defect diagnosisHousing portfolio condition surveysContractor recommendation validationPost-works quality assuranceSurveyor training and supervisionTechnical report review and quality assuranceWe are looking for someone who wants to develop with the company rather than simply complete a daily list of appointments.Package£38,000–£45,000 per year depending on experienceCompany vehicleBusiness fuelSurveying equipment providedSpecialist roofing trainingOngoing technical supportProfessional development opportunitiesNo roofing installation or repair workNo requirement to sell remedial workGrowing national surveying operationOpportunity for progression into senior and specialist positionsAbout UK Roof SurveysUK Roof Surveys provides independent specialist roof inspections.We do not undertake the roofing works we recommend.Our inspection fee remains the same whether our conclusion is that a roof requires replacement, repair, monitoring or no immediate work.This allows our surveyors to concentrate on one thing:Establishing what the evidence actually shows.We combine specialist roofing knowledge with structured inspection, photographic evidence and professional reporting to give clients an independent assessment of one of the most important components of their property.ApplyPlease submit your CV together with a brief summary of your surveying, building or roofing experience.We welcome applications from established surveyors as well as experienced roofing professionals who have successfully transitioned, or are looking to transition, into professional inspection work.
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