Damp and Mould Operative

Daniel Owen Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property services company in Greater London is seeking a Damp and Mould Operative for a full-time permanent position. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and treating damp and mould issues in residential homes, conducting inspections, and carrying out necessary repairs. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. Benefits include a company van, paid lunch breaks, and opportunities for overtime. The role requires a full UK Driving Licence and knowledge in insulation and building treatments.

Benefits

Company van, fuel card, and parking permit

Paid lunch break

Opportunities for overtime

Weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Possess a full UK Driving Licence.
• Hold NVQ Level 2 in Insulation and Building Treatments preferred.
• Experience in addressing damp and mould issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat damp and mould issues across residential properties.
• Carry out inspections and recommend solutions.
• Apply mould treatments and ensure proper ventilation.
• Repair affected surfaces through painting and decorating.
• Work with maintenance teams to address damp causes.
• Provide advice to tenants on damp and mould management.
• Complete work adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Use a PDA system for updates and reporting.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence (manual)

Experience in social housing environment

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Insulation and Building Treatments

Job description

Job Title: Damp and Mould Operative
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Category: Property Services
Location: Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 4:00 pm
Salary: 18.00 - 20.00 per hour

We are currently looking for a Damp and Mould Operative to join a dedicated team providing essential maintenance services across social housing properties in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining healthy, safe, and well-kept homes for local residents.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying and treating damp and mould issues across a range of residential properties.

• Carrying out inspections to assess the extent of damage and recommending effective solutions.
• Applying specialised mould treatments and ensuring correct ventilation solutions are installed.
• Repairing affected surfaces, including painting and decorating, to restore the property to a safe and habitable condition.
• Completing internal and external painting and decorating as part of the mould treatment and property maintenance process.
• Working alongside other maintenance teams to address underlying causes of damp, such as leaks or poor insulation.
• Providing professional advice to tenants regarding the prevention and management of damp and mould.
• Completing work to a high standard, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Using a PDA system to receive job updates, document materials used, and report completed tasks.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
• NVQ Level 2 in Insulation and Building Treatments - Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing (preferred)

Benefits:

• Company van, fuel card, and parking permit for business use.
• Paid lunch break included in your working day
• Opportunities for overtime to increase earnings
• Weekly payroll for consistent and reliable income

If you've previously worked in the social housing environment and meet the requirements listed, we'd be happy to hear from you.

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