Damp And Mould Painter

Fraser Edwards Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Damp & Mould Labourer for a 6-month fixed-term role based in Leicester. The successful candidate will work on various social housing properties, addressing damp issues and performing maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include repairs, decorating, and collaborating with other workers to ensure high-quality service delivery. Essential qualifications include experience in labouring and general maintenance, a UK driving licence, and the ability to pass a DBS check. Competitive pay at £19.41 per hour is offered.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card for work use

Power tools, uniform and PPE provided

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual pay review

Enhanced family leave

Employer pension contribution

Access to extensive training via an in-house Learning Management System

Qualifications

• Previous labouring, general maintenance or decorating experience.
• Understanding of damp and mould conditions.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to pass a basic DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Completing responsive repairs, decorating and maintenance works in line with job specifications.
• Addressing damp and mould-related issues within occupied properties.
• Working efficiently to meet productivity targets and deadlines.
• Escalating requirements for additional trades to the Supervisor when needed.
• Working collaboratively with other operatives on-site.
• Accurately recording job details and submitting data using electronic systems.
• Delivering a professional and customer-focused service to residents and client representatives.
• Adhering to safeguarding policies and health & safety standards at all times.
• Complying with occupational road risk policies and procedures.

Skills

Labouring experience

General maintenance

Decorating experience

Understanding of damp and mould conditions

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Damp & Mould Labourer - Leicester

Fixed Term Contract | Full-Time (6 Months)

Location: Leicester & surrounding Leicestershire postcodes (LE6, LE7, LE14, LE15, LE16)

Fraser Edwards are currently recruiting for a Damp & Mould Labourer to join a well-established Social Housing Contractor on a 6-month fixed-term contract, providing additional resource over the winter period.

This role will involve working on the Damp & Mould workstream across social housing properties throughout Leicester and surrounding areas. While the main office base is Rushden, travel to site across the Leicestershire patch will be required.

You will be responsible for carrying out decorating, general maintenance and minor repairs, ensuring works are completed to a high standard with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Completing responsive repairs, decorating and maintenance works in line with job specifications
• Addressing damp and mould-related issues within occupied properties
• Working efficiently to meet productivity targets and deadlines
• Escalating requirements for additional trades to the Supervisor when needed
• Working collaboratively with other operatives on-site
• Accurately recording job details and submitting data using electronic systems
• Delivering a professional and customer-focused service to residents and client representatives
• Adhering to safeguarding policies and health & safety standards at all times
• Complying with occupational road risk policies and procedures

Essential Requirements

• Previous labouring, general maintenance or decorating experience
• Understanding of damp and mould conditions
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to pass a basic DBS check

Desirable

• Experience working within social housing

Benefits (Pro Rata for FTC)

• Company van and fuel card for work use
• Power tools, uniform and PPE provided
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off (34 days total, pro rata)
• Annual pay review
• Enhanced family leave (26 weeks full pay maternity, 8 weeks full pay paternity - pro rata)
• Employer pension contribution (3% pro rata)
• Access to extensive training via an in-house Learning Management System

Pay

£19.41 Per Hour