Electrical Services Surveyor (Contract)

About the role

The Local Authority is looking for an experienced Electrical Services Surveyor to join its Property Services team on an interim basis. You will be responsible for managing electrical and building services across the council’s estate, ensuring compliance, safety and value for money.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake electrical surveys, inspections and risk assessments across council properties.
• Manage cyclical electrical testing programmes and coordinate remedial works.
• Oversee day‑to‑day repairs and maintenance of electrical and building services installations.
• Administer contracts for fire detection, door entry, lifts, CCTV and digital TV systems.
• Plan, manage and maintain mechanical and electrical services throughout the estate.
• Supervise building services contractors and monitor their performance.
• Control project costs and budgets, ensuring value for money and compliance with council procedures.
• Ensure all works meet relevant regulations, standards and health‑and‑safety requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience conducting electrical surveys and risk assessments.
• Familiarity with JCT standard forms of contract.
• Experience managing electrical maintenance and compliance programmes.
• Strong contract management and budget control abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to business insurance.

Required skills

• Electrical surveying
• Risk assessment
• Contract management (JCT contracts)
• Budget control

What we offer

• Competitive rate of £24 per hour on an umbrella arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of council properties.
• Supportive team environment within the Property Services department.