Damp and Mould Operative

Places for People; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK social enterprise is seeking a tradesperson to attend customer properties and address damp and mould issues. You will assess severity and apply treatment, providing advice to customers on prevention and maintenance. Previous experience in property maintenance, plastering, or similar roles is essential, along with a valid driving licence. This role offers well-rounded benefits including competitive salary, company van, and extensive holiday leave. Join us to support thriving communities across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly review

Company van with fuel card

Free Uniform

Pension with matched contributions

Up to 35 days annual leave

Cashback plan for healthcare costs

2% bonus scheme

Training and development

Discounts from shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Previous trades experience (e.g. property maintenance, plastering, joinery, or similar).
• Must possess a valid driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule.

Responsibilities

• Attend customer properties to identify and treat damp and mould issues.
• Assess the type and severity of mould and apply appropriate treatment methods.
• Provide advice to customers on prevention and maintenance.

Skills

Property maintenance

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Attend customer properties to identify and treat damp and mould issues.
• Assess the type and severity of mould and apply appropriate treatment methods.
• Provide advice to customers on prevention and maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records of visits, treatments, and materials used.
• Work safely and in line with health and safety regulations.

We may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.

Safeguarding

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.

Qualifications

• Previous trades experience (e.g. property maintenance, plastering, joinery, or similar).
• Due to the patch you are covering you will need to reside in the NG postcode.
• You must possess a valid driving licence.

About You

We're seeking someone with previous trades experience, such as property maintenance, plastering, joinery, or similar. While experience in damp and mould treatment is ideal, it's not essential as full training will be provided. You'll need strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical processes, along with excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach. The role also requires the ability to work independently and manage your own schedule effectively.

Places for People is a leading UK social enterprise that specialises in providing and managing social and affordable housing. We own and manage thousands of homes across the country, helping people access safe, secure, and affordable places to live. Alongside housing, Places for People builds new developments, operates leisure facilities, and invests in local communities through regeneration projects and social initiatives, all with the aim of supporting thriving, inclusive neighbourhoods. At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Company van with fuel card.
• Free Uniform
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package - up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

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