Stock Condition Surveyor

Location: Kent
Role: Stock Condition Surveyor
Salary: £45,000 (6-month initial contract)
Company: Housing Association

Role Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Stock Condition Surveyor, with Social Housing experience, to support our asset management strategy through detailed property surveys and validation of existing data. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of asset information which directly informs our 5-year investment programme-focusing on windows and doors, external refurbishment programmes (ERP), roofs, and potential energy efficiency improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct stock condition surveys of domestic properties, including internal and external components.
Verify existing data to ensure accuracy and completeness within our management systems.
Identify and confirm component lifecycle stages, disrepair, and non-compliance with Decent Homes Standard and HHSRS.
Contribute to the formulation of the 5-year capital works programme, with particular attention to:
Windows and doors
Roofs
ERP (External Refurbishment Programmes)
Energy efficiency and retrofit opportunities
Ensure that survey findings consider current and future energy measure improvements aligned with sustainability goals.
Produce clear, accurate reports to support planned maintenance and investment decisions.
Liaise with tenants, contractors, and colleagues to ensure a smooth surveying process and high standards of customer care.
Requirements:
Essential:

Proven experience conducting and/or validating stock condition surveys in residential settings.
Familiarity with Decent Homes Standard, HHSRS, and asset lifecycle planning.
Understanding of energy efficiency measures and retrofit principles.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills to validate and improve existing data.
Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with residents and stakeholders.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. (Petrol expenses can be claimed)Desirable:

Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, or related field (HNC/HND/Degree).
Experience in social housing or local authority environments.
Membership of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB