Trainee Surveyor

Salary: £30,287 - £37,858 per annum plus Car Allowance of £2,411 per annum

Location: Our Dartford office (Crossways Business Park), with travel to work with our Surveyors in Kent, Essex, South London and Sussex

Contract: Full-time / Permanent

Kickstart your career in Surveying

Are you looking to build a rewarding career in surveying and project management? At Moat, we're offering an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Trainee Surveyor, where you'll gain hands on experience, develop technical expertise, and play a vital role in maintaining and improving our homes and communities.

This is the perfect role for someone proactive, organised, and eager to learn in a fast paced, customer focused environment. We will also support you by funding further education to progress your Surveying career.

What you'll be doing

As a Trainee Surveyor, you'll support the delivery of high-quality surveying and project management services. No two days will be the same, you'll be involved in everything from inspections and repairs to working alongside contractors and supporting key projects.

• Assist with property inspections and surveys, diagnosing defects and recommending solutions
• Support the delivery of repairs, maintenance, and improvement programmes
• Help design and specify works, obtain estimates, and monitor project costs
• Work with contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Carry out site inspections, audits, and quality checks
• Support fire safety, asbestos surveys, and compliance activities
• Help resolve customer enquiries and complaints, ensuring excellent service
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to management reports

We're looking for someone with a strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a genuine interest in building a career in surveying.

• Advanced MS Office skills (especially Word and Excel)
• Strong administration and organisational abilities
• Confidence in producing reports and presenting information
• Ability to take accurate meeting minutes
• Access to transport or a full driving licence
• Awareness of the social housing sector
• Experience in a customer service or call centre environment

Why Join Moat?

At Moat, we're passionate about creating safe, high-quality homes and delivering excellent services to our customers. As a Trainee Surveyor, you'll be supported every step of the way with opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your career.

You'll also benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• The chance to make a real difference in people's homes and communities

Interested?

Please submit your application by 11pm on Wednesday 8 July 2026.