Thurrock Council
Technical Surveyor

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Job Title: Technical Surveyor
Salary: £53,460 – £61,638 per annum
Grade: G
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Department
The Facilities Management Team is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the Council's corporate property portfolio, ensuring the buildings are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose. The team consists of the Head of Facilities Management, Compliance Manager, Compliance Officer, Delivery Manager, Operations Manager, Information Hub Leader, and officers, who work collaboratively to deliver an efficient and customer-focused service.
The team works closely with externally appointed hard and soft Facilities Management contractors, procured through the Council's procurement process, to deliver planned and reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, cleaning, security, and other essential building services across the estate.
About the Role
As a Technical Surveyor, you will be responsible for:
- Responsible for the Building Services aspects to fully meet the annual requirements of the Council’s revenue and capital programmes.
- To comply with data protection legislation and the council's Information Security Policy including supporting policies.
- To be willing and able to work in a flexible and agile way with regard to both hours of work and location of work, including remote and home working, as required, subject to service needs and requirements.
- To participate in performance development, talent reviews, and one-to-ones and to contribute to the identification of your own and team development needs and goals.
- To actively promote and comply with the council's diversity and equality policies.
- To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 etc., the council's Health and Safety Policy, and all locally agreed safe methods of work.
- To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to Section 17 'Duty of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder'.
- At the discretion of the senior management, to undertake other activities as, from time to time, may be agreed consistent with the grade and nature of the role.
- To undertake and maintain relevant mandatory training in line with legislation.
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What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Detailed knowledge of Technical Services for full range corporate building types, electrical, mechanical, and surveying.
- Detailed knowledge of building regs and statutory requirements within electrical, mechanical, and health and safety.
- In-depth knowledge of cyclical maintenance servicing contracts.
- Ability to write technical specifications.
Essential qualifications:
HNC/HND or degree level equivalent in electrical, mechanical, building services surveying
DBS Check: N/A
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable).
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Staff discounts and local offers.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 6th August 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 30th August 2026
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Simon Miller - Head of Facilities Management
simon.miller@thurrock.gov.uk [simon.miller@thurrock.gov.uk]
07701 221294
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document) [https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/IQCWXUMszqFyRq-tyHu048UjATX1KxI0HIj47Nt-EE-0oIw?e=HMnkon]
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Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our Location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff Benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working, and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council [https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits]
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council [https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/]
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