Role: Neighbourhood Services Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £34,418 to £43,022 per annum (salary offered dependent experience) plus ECUA of £2411.
Contract: Fixed-term contract for up to 12 months
Location: Mariner House, Dartford - covering the Gravesham area
We are avid supporters of agile working, and you will be provided with a laptop, tablet, and phone in order to work out and about on your patch, from home and in our offices.
Are you passionate about delivering excellent housing services and building strong, safe communities? AtMoat, we’re looking for a proactive and customer-focused Neighbourhood Services Manager to join our team and take ownership of a diverse housing portfolio.
In this role, you’ll be the face of Moat in our communities—managing tenancies and leases, ensuring high standards in estate services, and responding swiftly to anti-social behaviour and tenancy breaches. You’ll work closely with residents, contractors, and managing agents to ensure our neighbourhoods are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
What you’ll be doing
- Conducting regular estate inspections and monitoring cleaning and gardening contracts
- Managing tenancy and leasehold queries in line with service standards
- Ensuring managing agents deliver value-for-money services
- Taking prompt enforcement action on ASB and tenancy breaches
- Supporting new tenants and shared owners through sign-ups and onboarding
- Handling complaints and ensuring compliance with the Housing Ombudsman Code
- Fulfilling our safeguarding obligations, ensuring that vulnerable residents are signposted to key agencies and providing appropriate support in our capacity as landlord
What we’re looking for
- Strong knowledge of tenancy and leasehold management
- Experience in handling ASB and community engagement
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- You’ll have excellent time management skills with an ability to manage a complex caseload whilst adhering to important deadlines
- A relevant housing qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- A full UK driving licence and access to transport
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be a trusted ambassador for Moat, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, please take a look at the job description: Neighbourhood Services Manager.pdf
Our Values
Own it: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, ensuring that we deliver on our promises to our customers and communities.
Better together: We believe in the power of collaboration. By working together with our colleagues, customers, and partners, we achieve greater outcomes and strengthen our communities.
Lead by example: We strive to set high standards in everything we do. Our team members are role models who inspire others through their commitment to excellence and integrity.
Be the change: We embrace innovation and are proactive in addressing challenges. We encourage our team to think creatively and drive positive change within the organisation and beyond.
Why join us
Joining Moat means being part of a friendly team that cares about doing great work. We offer competitive salaries, generous time off, and many chances to grow personally and professionally. Our employees have given us great feedback, which is why we were named one of ‘The Sunday Times Best Places to Work’ in 2025.
If you want a rewarding job where you can make a difference and work with a supportive team, Moat is the right place for you!
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Please note this role is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) which means that if you are successful, we will have to obtain a disclosure and barring service check before confirming the offer of employment with you.
If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email peopleservices@moat.co.uk.
Neighbourhood Services Manager in Dartford employer: Housing Diversity Network
Housing Gateway is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to influence the housing landscape in Enfield while working alongside a collaborative Board. With a commitment to social purpose and innovative housing solutions, employees can expect a supportive work culture that values independent thinking and professional growth. This role not only allows for strategic input into a well-established organisation but also provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of local residents.
