Senior Voids Surveyor – Peabody, South London
£58,500 pa + benefits
Waterloo, London
At Peabody, we believe in creating homes and communities where people feel safe, supported, and valued. Our values guide everything we do: Be kind, Do the right thing, Love new ideas, Celebrate diversity, Keep our promises, and Pull together. If these resonate with you, we’d love to hear from you.
Why choose housing?
Housing is more than bricks and mortar, it’s about improving lives. As a Senior Voids Surveyor, you’ll play a vital role in turning empty properties into homes, ensuring quality, safety, and value for money for our residents. You’ll lead by example, mentor others, and help us deliver a service that truly puts residents first.
What you’ll do:
- Oversee voids for your allocated region, ensuring quick turnaround of empty properties so they are clear, safe, and lettable to residents at a great standard and value for money.
- Carry out pre- and post-inspections to confirm the scope of work is achieved and properties meet lettable standards.
- Manage and mentor Assistant Voids Surveyors, sharing technical expertise.
- Work operationally four days per week with one admin day at a regional office location.
- Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to secure value for money and speed of delivery.
- Monitor budgets and ensure every pound delivers maximum value for money.
- Provide technical advice and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
What we’re looking for:
To be shortlisted, you must demonstrate:
- Technical Qualification & Knowledge – Degree or HND/HNC in Building Surveying (or equivalent experience) and knowledge of Schedule of Rates.
- Voids & Contractor Management Experience – Proven experience overseeing voids and working with contractors to secure value for money and timely delivery.
- Problem-Solving & Operational Delivery – Ability to resolve issues quickly and ensure safe, efficient turnaround of properties (operational 4 days per week, 1 admin day).
- Budget & Value for Money Focus – Demonstrated ability to manage budgets effectively and drive cost efficiency without compromising quality.
- Values & Customer Focus – Evidence of behaviours aligned with our values and a strong commitment to excellent customer service.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a team that cares about people and communities. We offer opportunities to grow, innovate, and make a real impact. Together, we’ll create homes that change lives.
What we offer:
- 30 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Flexible benefits package – including healthcare, dental, and lifestyle discounts.
- 4x life assurance.
- Ongoing training and development, including qualifications and apprenticeships.
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year.
- Up to 10% matched pension contribution.
What to expect from our recruitment process
We’re committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment process.
Our selection process will include two stages:
- Stage 1: Online Interview
This will take place via Microsoft Teams on Monday and Tuesday 19/20 January 2026. It’s an opportunity for us to get to know you better and for you to learn more about the role and our organisation. - Stage 2: In-Person Interview
Candidates who are successful at Stage 1 will be invited to attend an in-person interview at our office on Monday, 26 January 2026. This stage will involve a more detailed discussion about your experience and suitability for the role.
Please read before you apply
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferable.
- This is a hands on role, so field based, requiring daily presence on site.
- You must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
- We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
If you’re a proactive, customer-focused professional with housing experience and a passion for delivering high-quality voids and property maintenance, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’d be a great fit for the Senior Voids Surveyor role. Tell us how your technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and commitment to value for money will help us deliver quick, safe turnarounds and provide homes that meet our lettable standards for future residents.
Closing date: 12 January 2026 at midnight.
PLEASE NOTE: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.
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