DFG Surveyor - Interim Contract


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£45 to £50 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxfordshire, OX1 1BN
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	3 Nov 2026

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Summary

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A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced DFA / Aids and Adaptations Surveyor to support the delivery of disabled facilities grant-funded adaptations and eider housing adaptation programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative team, helping vulnerable residents remain safe, independent and comfortable in their homes through the effective delivery of major and minor adaptations.

Your new role

Working closely with technical teams and residents, you will oversee a varied caseload of adaptation projects from initial assessment through to completion.

Managing a portfolio of disabled facility grant and housing adaptation grant cases.

Undertaking property inspections and technical surveys.

Assessing the feasibility of adaptation recommendations.

Producing specifications, schedules of work and drawings where required.

Producing and managing contractors through to project completion.

Monitoring quality, cost and programme performance.

Ensuring that all works comply with relevant legislation, regulations and best practice.

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience delivering disabled facility grant and housing adaptation work.

Experience working within a local authority, housing association or within a similar public sector environment.

An excellent understanding of housing adaptations legislation, grant processes and accessibility standards.

Building surveying or technical surveying experience.

Experience managing contractors and overseeing works on-site.

What you'll get in return

Up to a 12-month initial interim contract.

Competitive rate of between £45 - £50 per hour.

Opportunity to make a tangible difference to residents quality of life.

Flexible and hybird working arrangements.

What you need to do now

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