Aids and Adaptations Surveyor

Make a real difference, one home at a time.

We are looking for an experienced Aids and Adaptations Surveyor to help residents with disabilities live more independently, safely and comfortably in their homes.

This is a purpose driven surveying role where your technical expertise directly improves people’s quality of life. You will be taking ownership of adaptation projects from early assessment through to completion, working collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, residents, contractors and colleagues across Housing and Planned Maintenance.

Importantly, we recognise that experienced surveyors value flexibility. We are genuinely open to part time working and flexible patterns, with workloads planned around agreed outcomes rather than fixed hours on site.

Flexible working - done properly. We welcome applications from candidates seeking:

Full time or part time hours (minimum hours can be discussed)
Fixed or flexible working days
A role where outputs, not time spent on site matter

If you are looking to balance work with other caring responsibilities, a phased return, semi-retirement, or other commitments we are very happy to have that conversation.

In this role you will be responsible for delivering high quality adaptation outcomes, including:

Assessing referrals for adaptations and advising on the most appropriate solutions
Surveying council homes to determine feasibility for minor and major adaptations
Designing practical, compliant schemes from ramps and wet rooms to complex structural works
Managing projects from approval through to completion, ensuring time, cost and quality targets are met
Coordinating contractors and consultants for larger schemes
Working closely with Occupational Therapists and residents to translate assessed needs into safe, workable designs
Ensuring works comply with Building Regulations, CDM, health and safety and council procedures
Carrying out inspections and signing off completed works with confidence

You will manage a planned, manageable caseload, supported by established contractor arrangements and internal colleagues.

We are interested in strong, relevant experience and a collaborative mindset but it is essential that you have experience delivering aids and adaptations or similar residential improvement works, along with:

Sound technical knowledge of building construction, health & safety and contract administration
Confidence working in occupied homes and liaising with residents and professionals
A practical, solution focused approach
A full UK driving licence is required due to site visits.

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For an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Ingram Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428

When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email recruitment@ashford.gov.uk

Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.

With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.

Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide

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