Damp Mould and Condensation Manager

The Guinness Partnership; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization in London seeks a Damp, Mould & Condensation Manager to lead preventive strategies and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge and experience in managing teams and engaging residents. This role offers a salary that includes a £6000 Local Job Supplement for London-based employees.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of damp, mould, and condensation resolution.
• Rigorous and determined to ensure safe living conditions.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategies to prevent damp, mould, and condensation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct inspections and diagnose complex cases.

Skills

Knowledge of The Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023

Building maintenance knowledge

Technical knowledge of damp issues

Experience communicating with residents

Experience managing operational teams

Experience with repairs management systems

Education

Level 4 in Surveying or Construction

Technical qualification NVQ level 2/3

Job description

At The Guinness Partnership, our goal is for residents to enjoy living in their homes. Our Repairs and Maintenance teams are integral to achieving this vision by providing great homes and exceptional service. They play a crucial role in ensuring our homes are safe, warm, and dry, making our residents proud to live in them.

We have new opportunity for aDamp, Mould & Condensation Manager to join the team. This role will serve as the strategic lead in preventing damp, mould, and condensation in our resident's homes.

Reporting to the Head of Disrepair, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and industry standards. You will bring strong technical leadership to colleagues, lead on proactive and preventative measures to address damp and mould issues, conduct inspections, and diagnose the most challenging and complex cases.

About You:

We are a resident-focused organisation, and we believe that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will possess strong technical knowledge of the causes, prevention, and resolution of damp, mould, and condensation issues. Additionally, you will demonstrate the rigour and determination to ensure our homes remain safe, warm, and dry for our residents.

You will also be able to demonstrate the following:

Essential skills & experience:

• Good knowledge of The Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 (Awaab’s Law)
• Up to date knowledge of building maintenance, Decent Homes Standard, Health & Safety, and Building Safety legislation.
• Strong technical knowledge of the causes of DMC in residential properties and prevention and resolution of DMC.
• Experience engaging with and communicating with residents in a social housing or other relevant context.
• Experience of leading, managing, developing and motivating operational teams.
• Experience of repairs management information systems.

Essential qualifications:

• Educated to Level 4 in Surveying or Construction & Built Environment or equivalent.
• A technical qualification (trade NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent experience).

Desirable qualifications:

• Certified Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings (CSTDB) and Certified Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings (CSDB)
• RICS Expert Witness Certificate
• A recognised Leadership and Management qualification.

To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the role profile.

Please apply with a CV and covering letter, detailing how you meet the essential criteria.

The advertised salary includes a £6000 Local Job Supplement for employees based in our London office.