Maintenance Surveyor (Kent)

Service Care Solutions; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing association in Kent is seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to manage responsive repairs and cyclical maintenance programmes. You will ensure value for money and compliance with statutory regulations. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in surveying, and experience in social housing repairs. A full UK driving license is required. This is a full-time ongoing contract located in Maidstone.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Professional membership (RICS/CIOB) desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer-focused maintenance service across a housing portfolio.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspections, diagnostic surveys, and prepare reports.
• Oversee contractor performance ensuring quality and adherence to budgets.

Skills

Building pathology knowledge

Construction standards knowledge

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Competent in Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance (Level 3) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Surveyor – Kent (Housing Association)

£29.50 PAYE / £37.00 Umbrella (Inside IR35)

37 hours per week

Ongoing contract

A Housing Association in Kent is seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join their regional team. You will be responsible for managing the delivery of responsive repairs, void works, and cyclical maintenance programmes, ensuring value for money and compliance with all statutory and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective, customer-focused maintenance service across a housing portfolio.
• Carry out pre- and post-inspections, diagnostic surveys, and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Oversee contractor performance to ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to budgets.
• Manage local budgets of around £2m, ensuring accurate spend and value for money.
• Support disrepair, insurance, and complex works cases, providing professional advice and reports.
• Conduct major void inspections, ensuring timely turnaround and compliance with lettable standards.
• Promote health, safety, and compliance standards in all maintenance operations.
• Work collaboratively with residents, contractors, and internal teams to achieve excellent customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance (Level 3) or equivalent.
• Professional membership (RICS/CIOB) desirable.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology, construction standards, and housing legislation.
• Proven experience within social housing repairs and maintenance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

Contact

For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Service Care Solutions

Location:

Maidstone, Kent

Posted:

Oct 8th 2025

Closes:

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Temporary

Hours:

Full Time