Trainee Surveyor

Trainee Surveyor

Location: Our Dartford office (Crossways Business Park), with travel to work with our Surveyors in Kent, Essex, South London and Sussex
Salary: £30,287 - £37,858 per annum plus Car Allowance of £2,411 per annum
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.

With the support of our Surveyor’s, you’ll:

• 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

To read more about the role, please view our job description here: trainee-surveyor.pdf

What we’re looking for

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

Essential:

• Strong written communication
• 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

Desirable:

• Building/construction related qualification
• 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.