Electrical Services Surveyor

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Services Surveyor to join the Property Services team of a local authority on an interim basis. The role involves overseeing electrical and building services across the council’s estate, ensuring compliance, safety and value for money.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct electrical surveys, inspections and risk assessments across council properties.
• Manage cyclical electrical testing programmes and coordinate any 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 undertaking electrical surveys and risk assessments.
• Practical knowledge of 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 surveys
• Risk assessments
• JCT contract knowledge
• Electrical maintenance
• Compliance programmes