Building Surveyor (Damp & Mould)

Joshua Robert Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Damp & Mould Building Surveyor for an office-based role in Derbyshire. The position offers up to £40 per hour on an ongoing temporary basis, with the potential for a permanent role. Responsibilities include surveying damp and mould issues, producing detailed reports, and recommending solutions. Immediate start available. Relevant experience and understanding of HHSRS are necessary.

Benefits

Up to £40 per hour

Ongoing temporary contract

Immediate start available

Potential permanent opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven experience surveying damp & mould issues within social housing.
• Strong understanding of HHSRS and housing condition standards.
• Ability to produce professional reports and clear work specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out damp & mould surveys across occupied social housing stock.
• Diagnose causes of damp issues and produce detailed survey reports.
• Recommend remedial solutions in line with best practices.

Skills

Experience surveying damp & mould issues

Understanding of HHSRS

Building surveying or related field knowledge

Professional report writing

Excellent communication skills

Practical solution-focused approach

Education

Relevant qualifications (RICS, CIOB, HNC/HND)

Job description

Damp & Mould Building Surveyor

Social Housing | Temporary (Ongoing) | Up to £40 per hour

Office-based - Derbyshire | Immediate Start

We're working with a well-established social housing provider in Derbyshire who is looking to bring in an experienced Damp & Mould Building Surveyor to support their housing stock on an ongoing temporary basis.

This is a long-term contract with a strong potential to convert to a permanent role for the right person.

The Role

You'll play a key role in identifying, diagnosing, and specifying remedial works for damp, mould, and condensation issues across a varied social housing portfolio. The role is predominantly office-based, with site visits as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out damp & mould surveys across occupied social housing stock
• Diagnosing causes (penetrating damp, condensation, rising damp, etc.)
• Producing clear, detailed survey reports and specifications of works
• Recommending remedial solutions in line with best practice and HHSRS
• Liaising with internal teams, contractors, and residents
• Supporting compliance with current housing standards and legislation

About You

We're keen to speak with surveyors who have:

• Proven experience surveying damp & mould issues within social housing
• A strong understanding of HHSRS and housing condition standards
• A background in building surveying, property inspection, or a related discipline
• The ability to produce professional reports and clear work specifications
• Excellent communication skills and a practical, solution-focused approach
• Relevant qualifications (RICS, CIOB, HNC / HND, or equivalent experience) are desirable but not essential if you have strong hands‑on experience.

What's on Offer

• Up to £40 per hour (DOE)
• Ongoing temporary contract
• Immediate start available
• Office-based role in Derbyshire
• Potential permanent opportunity

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact:

David Lane

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