Damp & Mould & Disrepair Surveyor

The Methodist Church in Britain; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plans

26 days' annual leave, rising to 29

Car leasing scheme

Flexible bank holidays

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a qualified surveyor for the Assets team. You will lead damp, mould and disrepair works across social housing, diagnosing faults, specifying repairs and managing contractors to completion.

You will also keep residents informed throughout the process and ensure value for money. This role requires a full driving licence, DBS check, and the ability to work a 35-hour week including Saturdays and out-of-hours rota.

Qualifications

• HNC or Level 4 minimum qualification or equivalent.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage damp, mould and disrepair works from diagnosis to completion, including specifying, procuring and monitoring.
• Identify solutions to reduce damp and mould, such as building repairs, ventilation and humidity control
• Give residents clear advice on managing and preventing damp and mould in their homes
• Review Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works and specifications, and ensure compliance with budgets, timescales and regulations
• Oversee contractor performance from pre-start inspection to post-completion sign-off
• Keep CRM systems updated and provide regular progress reports to management
• Certify valuations and contractor claims within delegated authority
• Work with the Resident Liaison Officer to keep residents informed and supported
• Demonstrate value for money while delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes
• Collaborate with residents to include their views in works programmes where practical

Skills

Damp & mould expertise

Contract administration

Budget & cost control

Stakeholder communication

MS Project

Education

HNC or Level 4 minimum

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Tools

NBS

Keystone Planned Maintenance

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

This surveyor post sits in the Assets department's dedicated team tackling damp, mould and disrepair at PA Housing. The work covers inspecting homes, diagnosing faults, specifying repairs and managing contractors through to completion, while keeping residents informed. The role is 35 hours a week, including Saturday mornings and an out-of-hours rota, and visits residents in their homes. It needs a full driving licence and a standard DBS check.

What the job involves

• Manage damp, mould and disrepair works from diagnosis to completion, including specifying, procuring and monitoring
• Identify solutions to reduce damp and mould, such as building repairs, ventilation and humidity control
• Give residents clear advice on managing and preventing damp and mould in their homes
• Review Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works and specifications, and ensure compliance with budgets, timescales and regulations
• Oversee contractor performance from pre-start inspection to post-completion sign-off
• Keep CRM systems updated and provide regular progress reports to management
• Certify valuations and contractor claims within delegated authority
• Work with the Resident Liaison Officer to keep residents informed and supported
• Demonstrate value for money while delivering high-quality, customer-focused outcomes
• Collaborate with residents to include their views in works programmes where practical

What's required

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification at HNC or Level 4 minimum, or equivalent
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Experience

• At least 2 years delivering stock investment or major works in social or residential housing
• Experience managing suppliers through long-term contracts, such as JCT Measured Term
• Proven contract administration, including variations, valuations and final accounts
• Demonstrable history of taking projects from inception through to successful delivery

Skills & knowledge

• Strong technical knowledge of domestic property maintenance
• Knowledge of quality control systems
• Experience using Microsoft Project, NBS and Keystone Planned Maintenance
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Strong customer service skills and a focus on resident satisfaction

Checks & eligibility

• Full driving licence
• Willingness to undergo a standard DBS check

Other

• Willingness to work Saturday mornings and join the out-of-hours rota

Nice to have

• Accredited qualification with RICS or CIOB

What's offered

• High street discount schemes
• Health cash plans
• 26 days' annual leave, rising to 29 after three years, with the option to buy more
• Flexible bank holidays, taken when it suits you
• Car leasing scheme