Asset Surveyor (Temporary) - Hybrid

Asset Surveyor (Temporary) - Hybrid

Reference: REQ0315
Description: Temporary, fixed term contract for up to 3 years Stroud District Council is an aspiring authority based in the Cotswold offering a special place to live and work. Sustainability is at the heart of our ambitions for our place, our communities, and our Council. We were the first carbon neutral Council, and we continue to push ourselves and our influence to achieve more for our residents, businesses, and workforce.We are seeking applications from enthusiastic, collaborative professionals who can bring their professional experience, knowledge, and ambition to make a real difference at Stroud District Council.We are seeking an Asset Surveyor who is passionate about customer service, enthusiastic, collaborative, and has a strong professional outlook and focuses on ensuring Investment Programmes are completed on time, and to the required standard. You will also have strong commercial and financial awareness, be passionate about the Built Environment, possess the necessary drive and skill set and be fully conversant with Building Pathology.  The successful candidate is key in helping shape the delivery of the service, they will have experience of working within the sector, delivering Investment Programmes and be aware of the challenges, and rewards it can present. You must be a team player and have the creatively to overcome problems. Key responsibilities will include:Undertake the technical diagnostic and contract administration processes.Deliver contracts efficiently and effectively against agreed performance targets.Consult and engage with stakeholders throughout all stages of the contract process.Support a consistent approach to contract management.Achieve and promote Value for Money.Exercise budgetary and effective financial management controls.To assist with the procurement of contractors and suppliers.To support the Asset Data Team in ensuring all property related asset data is collated.Ensuring Health and Safety procedures are being adhered to on site.Support the delivery of retrofit projects and reporting functions.A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential, and you’ll need to demonstrate a real passion to provide excellent customer service.For an informal discussion, please contact Zoe Whitehead, Senior Asset Surveyor by email:  INTERVIEW DATE: 23rd September 2026In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information:  local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services.  A timeline for potential change is currently unknown.  We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring. We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all. Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children. Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District – The Natural Place
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Location: Hybrid
Salary: *GBP*40,444 per annum + market supplement (*GBP*1,602)
Package: Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Hybrid working approach - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our website
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Temporary