Damp & Mould & Disrepair Surveyor (Midlands)

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plans

26 days' annual leave, rising to 29

Flexible bank holidays

Car leasing scheme

High street discount schemes

Job summary

PA Housing is seeking a Damp, Mould and Disrepair Surveyor to join the Assets department. You will diagnose problems, specify and procure repairs, and manage contractors through to completion sign-off. The role requires a full driving licence and a DBS check, with 35 hours per week including Saturdays and an out-of-hours rota.

You will support residents, review cost plans and monitor performance to ensure value-for-money and high resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Relevant HNC or Level 4 qualification as a minimum, or equivalent.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
• At least 2 years delivering stock investment or major works in social or residential housing.

Responsibilities

• Manage damp, mould and disrepair works from diagnosis to completion, including specifying, procuring and monitoring.
• Identify solutions to damp and mould such as building repairs, ventilation and humidity control.
• Advise residents on managing and preventing damp and mould in their homes.
• Review Bills of Quantities, schedules of works and specifications, checking compliance with budget, timescales and regulations.
• Oversee contractor performance from pre-start inspection to post-completion sign-off.
• Certify valuations and contractor claims within delegated authority.
• Keep CRM records updated and report progress regularly to management.
• Work with the Resident Liaison Officer to keep residents informed and supported.
• Demonstrate value for money while delivering customer-focused outcomes.
• Take residents' views into works programmes where practical.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of domestic

Quality control systems

Education

HNC or Level 4 qualification

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Tools

Microsoft Project

NBS software

Keystone Planned Maintenance

MS Office

Job description

Sitting within the Assets department's dedicated damp, mould and disrepair team at PA Housing, this surveyor post covers inspections and the full course of repair works. The core of the work is diagnosing problems, specifying and procuring repairs, then managing contractors and their performance through to completion sign-off. The 35-hour week includes Saturday mornings and an out-of-hours rota to support tenants and leaseholders. Candidates need a full driving licence and must be willing to undergo 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 damp and mould such as building repairs, ventilation and humidity control
• Advise residents on managing and preventing damp and mould in their homes
• Review Bills of Quantities, schedules of works and specifications, checking compliance with budget, timescales and regulations
• Oversee contractor performance from pre-start inspection to post-completion sign-off
• Certify valuations and contractor claims within delegated authority
• Keep CRM records updated and report progress regularly to management
• Work with the Resident Liaison Officer to keep residents informed and supported
• Demonstrate value for money while delivering customer-focused outcomes
• Take residents' views into works programmes where practical

What’s required

Qualifications

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

Experience

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

Skills & knowledge

• Strong technical knowledge of domestic property maintenance
• Knowledge of quality control systemsMicrosoft Project, NBS software, Keystone Planned Maintenance and advanced MS Office

Checks & eligibility

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

Other

• Strong customer service skills and a record of high resident satisfaction

Nice to have

• Accreditation 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
• Car leasing scheme