Job title: HHSRS Compliance Surveyor – Awaab's Law (Interim)
Location: North London (hybrid, with site visits)
Pay: £350 – £400 per day (umbrella)
Job type: Contract, 6 – 12 months
Industry: Housing / Property / Surveying
Summary: Interim HHSRS Surveyor for a local authority in North London. You'll carry out hazard surveys ahead of Awaab's Law Phase 2 on 30 November. £350 – £400/day umbrella.
Description:
Braxfield Recruitment is working with a local authority in North London to find an interim HHSRS Compliance Surveyor on a 6 – 12 month contract.
Phase 2 of Awaab's Law comes into force on 30 November 2026 and brings more hazards under strict response timescales. The council is strengthening its surveying team to meet the new requirements. This is a key role at an important time for the sector.
The role
- Carry out Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) inspections across the council's housing stock
- Assess the hazards covered by the new requirements, including heating, cooling and ventilation (excess cold and heat)
- Assess and report on damp and mould, and specify remedial works
- Identify everyday hazards such as cluttered stairwells, trip hazards and fire risks
- Produce clear, accurate survey reports and schedules of works within the required timescales
- Liaise with residents, repairs teams and contractors to make sure hazards are resolved
About you
- Experience carrying out HHSRS assessments, ideally in social housing or a local authority
- Good understanding of Awaab's Law and the upcoming Phase 2 changes
- Experience diagnosing damp and mould and specifying remedial works
- A relevant HHSRS or surveying qualification is desirable
- Good report writing, and confident dealing with residents
- Able to travel to properties across the borough
What's on offer
- £350 – £400 per day via umbrella
- 6 – 12 month contract
- Hybrid working, with site visits as needed
To find out more, apply now or contact Matt Low at Braxfield Recruitment.