Are you a passionate and highly motivated surveyor looking for a new challenge? Canterbury City Council is committed to delivering quality accommodation to our tenants and we are looking for the right person to join our team working across the district to inspect our properties. We have a varied housing stock and one of the most varied commercial building portfolios, including Listed Buildings, Scheduled Ancient Monuments, Statues and industrial buildings, where you can put your skills to the test on all types of building archetypes. If you are someone with a can-do attitude and a proven track record in building surveying, we want to hear from you. What’s in it for you? A starting salary of £42,350 per annum A cost-of-living pay award is negotiated annually as a salary increase. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements that support and encourage a good work-life balance. We will cover the cost of a relevant Professional Registration Fee (RICS, CABE, CIOB) We’ll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development. Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 23 days PLUS 3 additional days over the Christmas period whilst the Council offices are closed. There is also the option to buy additional annual leave. We do not work on Bank Holidays. A fantastic local government pension scheme. Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to tackle the cost of living and help you enjoy your free time. Free use of Canterbury’s Park and Ride for an easier commute. About this Stock Condition Surveyor job in Canterbury: The role of the Stock Condition Surveyor is critical to maintaining and upgrading the Council's Housing stock. In this role, you will be: Inspecting and surveying building fabric and building services in council-owned housing properties, including repairs, alterations, improvements, design, servicing, risk assessments, and condition surveys. Recording the results of all inspections and surveys, including the use of the Council’s asset management system Liaising with and/or attending sites/meetings as required by statutory authorities over any aspect of building premises use and maintenance to ensure required information is fully provided. Our Surveyor’s working pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week Flexible, hybrid working arrangements Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays A full week off over Christmas, in addition to your annual leave allowance About you, the ideal Stock Condition Surveyor for our team: Your qualifications Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or have significant experience within relevant fields. Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle Your knowledge Extensive understanding of building pathology and general building surveying, including relevant processes, statutory compliance, regulations and legislation. Your skills Ability to demonstrate customer service skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated. Your experience Experience in undertaking property inspections and using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System. Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as part of their pre-employment clearances. For more information about this role, or to find out what it’s like to work with the finance team at Canterbury City Council, please contact Daniel Otley by email to daniel.otley@canterbury.gov.uk. Daniel is our Private Sector Housing Team Leader and would very much welcome the opportunity to speak with you as a potential candidate. Interviews are planned to take place week commencing 16 July 2025.