Risk Management Surveyor

ERGO Group AG; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Location: West Sussex / Haywards Heath

Department: MD Warranty Inspection Services (MDWIS)

Permanent

Job Purpose:

To provide site inspection and technical building and construction expertise relating to the risk management of construction sites registered for MDIS Warranty schemes.

Role & Responsibilities:

Duties of the post include, but are not limited to:

• Inspecting homes being constructed and/or converted, working closely with Developers and Builders to ensure the works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and Building Regulations.
• Effectively self-manage, by forward planning own workload, to provide a responsive, helpful and professional service whilst maximising time spent on site.
• Recording inspection details on the database and communicating comments to customers and colleagues.
• Ongoing liaison with Surveyors and Management on technical matters to ensure that standards are maintained and procedures adhered to.
• Ongoing liaison with Developers/Clients/Builders, offering technical advice and guidance.
• Provide advice to Line Manager on technical areas so that team members are fully informed when dealing with potential clients.
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Part/Full member of a professional organisation (RICS, CIOB, CABE or ICWCI preferred but not essential).
• Relevant BC experience, plan check and site inspection, and relevant warranty, quality or defect resolution experience.
• In-depth technical knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations and associated legislation (UK NI/Scotland/Wales).
• A demonstrable understanding of latent defect risk management and methods for mitigating claims.
• Basic understanding of general insurance principles and terminology desirable.
• Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects.
• Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to create good working relationships with other construction professionals and deal effectively with members of the public.
• The ability to meet deadlines and manage own workload within agreed parameters.
• Demonstrable ability to use own initiative.
• Ability to motivate self and influence others.
• Excellent Customer Service skills and experience of Relationship Management.
• Flexible in personal approach.
• Working knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel.
• Full Driving Licence for use in the UK.
• Ability to fulfil the mobility requirements of the RMS role, including (but not limited to) the ability to:
  • Move around a site
  • Climb ladders
  • Work at height
  • Drive reasonable distances
• Proficient in English communications (written and oral).

Additional Information:

At HSB Group (including Premier Guarantee), we foster innovation and resilience through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). We recognize that diversity is multi-dimensional and complex, and we strive to build a diverse workforce that celebrates a wide range of identities and experiences. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is valued, and all employees have opportunities to succeed.

All candidates can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.