Job Description
Building Safety Surveyor
£49,137 per annum
Maidstone/Hybrid
Full-Time
Permanent
Closing Date: 19th March 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 23rd March
About the role:
We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Building Safety Surveyor to help us ensure our homes remain safe, well-maintained and compliant with current and emerging regulations. This is a critical role supporting the organisation in delivering our commitment to safe homes and exceptional customer service.
Reporting to the Lead Building Safety Manager you will Conduct technically robust building surveys and inspections across mid and high-rise blocks ensuring all assets meet or exceed Decent Homes 2 standards and statutory Building Safety Act requirements.
This is a dynamic and varied role that requires knowledge of building, fire and structural safety legislation and regulatory requirements, risk management, flexibility, strong organisation skills and a customer focused approach.
What we're looking for:
- Chartered status with a recognised body (MRICS, MCABE, or MCIOB), ideally with a focus on Building Safety or Fire Safety pathways.
- Minimum Level 3 Award in Fire Door Inspection.
- Hold (or be actively working towards) a Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors) or equivalent.
- Proven track record of managing and signing off complex fire safety projects, including fire-stopping installations, compartmentation works, and cladding/external wall remediation.
- Substantial experience in building surveying within the residential sector, with a specific focus on High-Rise Residential Buildings (HRBs) and complex multi-occupancy blocks.
- Expert-level knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, with the ability to translate these into operational surveyor practices.
- Full UK driving license
What will you get in return?
Creating an environment which enables our people to thrive is crucial for us and our Total Reward package goes beyond your salary, designed to support you throughout your working life here.
You'll get:
28 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
Company Pension contribution and life assurance
Flexible Benefits including health cash plan, additional holiday purchase, cycle to work scheme, onsite gym, retail discounts and more.
An annual Wellbeing Fund
Please note this role requires a clear basic DBS
Please note that we'll be shortlisting throughout and reserve the right to close this role early.
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