Building Surveyor x 2

Salary £36,942

Location Dunfermline

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The position

Do you want to make a difference? Then why not join an award-winning social housing provider that puts people first...

We are looking for two Building Surveyors to join Fife Housing Group. One role is within our Operations team and focuses on damp and mould. The other is within our Asset Management team and focuses on stock condition surveys and long-term investment planning.

For both roles, you will have an HNC/HND in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Building Services or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. A degree in Building Surveying is desirable but not essential.

You should also have experience working within a maintenance environment for a housing association or similar organisation.

Although each role has its own primary focus, the two Building Surveyors will work closely together. Their responsibilities may overlap at times and they will support one another to help deliver an excellent service to our tenants. You should be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of the following:

Both roles

Providing proactive surveying services and identifying repairs and maintenance requirements in line with policies, procedures and service standards
Working with residents to provide advice, support and practical solutions to help maintain their homes
Maintaining accurate records and updating systems to support managers and wider teams
Monitoring contractors and the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) to ensure work is completed to a high standard, within budget and achieves excellent customer satisfaction
Preparing technical specifications and supporting procurement and project delivery from start to completion

Primary focus of the Asset Management Building Surveyor

Carrying out stock condition surveys and assessing the age, condition and safety of building components such as roofs, kitchens, bathrooms and heating systems
Reviewing and maintaining stock condition data to support long-term investment planning
Working with the Asset Manager to develop short, medium and long-term investment programmes
Assessing Net Present Value and preparing reports to support investment and asset disposal decisions

Primary focus of the Operations Building Surveyor

Inspecting and diagnosing damp and mould issues alongside other reactive repairs, void property, service charge and estate management work
Coding repairs in line with the Schedule of Rates and ensuring works are completed efficiently and to a high standard

A full driving licence is essential. Business travel is required and transport or access to a company vehicle will be provided.

Please note that this post is subject to a Basic Disclosure under the PVG Scheme in Scotland.

Applicants should embody our brand values by being accountable, firm but fair, open and honest, and versatile.

You can find the full job descriptions in the ‘Documents’ section below. This provides further information on the main responsibilities of the role. There is also a person specification which details essential and desirable attributes.

If you have the right skills and experience, we want to hear from you. Strictly no agencies please.

To access the full job advert and online application, please click the button to apply and follow the instructions provided. You will be able to save and return to the form throughout the application process.

*Candidates will be considered for both roles. However, if you have a preferred role, please let us know in your application and we will take this into consideration.*

You must complete our online application form to be considered for this vacancy. We do not accept CVs.

Fife Housing Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: 5 pm Monday, 27 July 2026

Interview date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026

Our purpose

At Fife Housing Group, we develop and build sustainable communities, making it our priority to provide homes which help our tenants live the lives they choose.

Our passion

We are passionate about what we do and the difference we can make, working hard to deliver positive impacts for our customers and their communities.

Our people

Our people are central to our success and we are committed to supporting, developing, rewarding and empowering everyone in our organisation – and we have the Platinum Investors in People (IIP) accreditation to prove it!

The package

Flexible hybrid working

Excellent holidays
(32 days+)

Pension contributions of up to 17%

Learning and development

Focus on wellbeing

Family-friendly approach