Damp & Mould Manager

The Hyde; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Training support

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

The Hyde in North West London is seeking an experienced Damp & Mould Manager to lead our damp, mould and condensation response across the housing portfolio, applying a solid understanding of Awaab's Law and social housing safety standards.

You will diagnose issues, manage cases end-to-end, oversee remedial works, and work with Repairs, Asset Management and Compliance teams to improve prevention and performance. Training and reporting are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience managing damp, mould and condensation in housing, property management or building maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology related to moisture, ventilation and disrepair.
• Solid understanding of Awaab's Law and housing health and safety legislation (HHSRS).
• Excellent investigative, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads end-to-end and guide remedial programmes.
• Strong communication with residents and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the damp & mould service across the organisation, ensuring timely investigations and resolutions.
• Provide expert diagnosis and recommend remedial actions for damp and mould issues.
• Ensure compliance with Awaab's Law, including response processes and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with Repairs, Asset Management, Compliance and Housing teams to prevent damp & mould.
• Oversee delivery of remedial works, ensuring quality and value for money.
• Train staff in best-practice damp and mould identification and tenant engagement.
• Produce reports, dashboards and risk summaries for leadership and regulators.
• Engage with residents with clear and empathetic communication.
• Manage relationships with contractors, surveyors and external specialists.

Skills

Damp mould management

Building pathology

Awaab's Law knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Case management

Contractor management

Resident communication

Data reporting

Job description

Damp & Mould Manager (Job Description)

Job DescriptionDamp & Mould Manager Location: North West LondonOverview

We are seeking an experienced Damp & Mould Manager to lead our operational response and strategic management of damp, mould, and condensation cases across our housing portfolio. The successful candidate will bring extensive technical expertise, strong case-management capability, and a clear working understanding of Awaab's Law and its implications for social housing providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and continuously improve the organisation's damp & mould service, ensuring all cases are investigated, monitored, and resolved within required timeframes.
• Provide expert diagnosis of damp, mould, and condensation issues, identifying root causes and recommending appropriate remedial actions.
• Ensure full compliance with Awaab's Law , including clear response processes, investigation timescales, tenant communication standards, and record-keeping obligations.
• Work closely with Repairs, Asset Management, Compliance and Housing teams to develop proactive strategies to prevent damp & mould.
• Oversee the delivery of remedial works, ensuring quality, value for money, and timely completion.
• Train and support staff in best-practice damp and mould identification, reporting, and tenant engagement.
• Produce accurate reports, dashboards and risk summaries for senior leadership and regulatory bodies.
• Engage directly with residents where required, providing clear, empathetic, and professional communication.
• Manage relationships with contractors, surveyors, and external specialists.
• Support broader property health and compliance initiatives, including ventilation, insulation, and building safety improvements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing damp, mould, and condensation cases within housing, property management, or building maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of building pathology related to moisture, ventilation, thermal performance, and disrepair.
• Solid understanding of Awaab's Law and relevant housing health and safety legislation (including HHSRS and landlord obligations).
• Excellent investigative, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads effectively and oversee end-to-end resolutions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with residents and provide clear guidance to internal teams.
• Experience managing contractors and delivering remedial programmes.
• Strong organisational, report-writing, and data-management skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-profile, impactful area of housing compliance
• Professional development and training supportCollaborative and supportive team environmentTPBN1_UKTJ