Damp & Mould Supervisor

Daniel Owen Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

37.5-hour working week

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd. is seeking a Damp & Mould Supervisor to lead a busy social housing repairs team in North London. The role covers damp and mould remediation, Healthy Homes repairs, and building maintenance across a large housing portfolio, ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

You will manage inspections from initial assessment through to completion, coordinating contractors and direct labour, while upholding Awaab's Law and HHSRS standards to deliver excellent resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in social housing repairs, damp and mould.
• Strong knowledge of building construction, defect diagnosis and building pathology.
• Experience assessing damp, mould, condensation, ventilation and water ingress issues.
• Strong understanding of Awaab's Law and HHSRS requirements.
• Experience managing remedial works and inspecting properties.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking pre-inspections, work-in-progress inspections and post-inspections.
• Carrying out property inspections and diagnosing building defects.
• Assessing damp, mould, condensation, ventilation and water ingress issues.
• Raising and managing works orders for operatives and contractors.
• Managing repair works through to completion, ensuring compliance with SLAs.
• Monitoring contractor performance, costs and KPI delivery.
• Attending site meetings with residents, contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Inspection coordination

Communications

Microsoft Office

Repair operations

Tools

SoR/cost management

Job description

Damp & Mould Supervisor

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Location: North London

Salary: £32.50 per hour (Umbrella) + Company Vehicle

We're currently recruiting for an experienced Damp & Mould Supervisor to join a busy property services team responsible for delivering damp and mould remediation, Healthy Homes repairs, component replacements and general building repairs across a large residential housing portfolio.

This is a key role focused on ensuring compliance with Awaab's Law, HHSRS requirements, and wider housing legislation, whilst delivering high-quality repairs and excellent customer outcomes. You will manage works from initial inspection through to completion, overseeing contractors and direct labour teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required standards.

Daily Responsibilities of a Damp & Mould Supervisor

• Undertaking pre-inspections, work-in-progress inspections and post-inspections
• Carrying out property inspections and diagnosing building defects
• Assessing damp, mould, condensation, ventilation, excess cold and water ingress issues
• Identifying root causes and recommending appropriate remedial solutions
• Preparing technical reports, specifications, scopes of work and photographic evidence
• Raising and managing works orders for operatives and contractors
• Managing repair works through to completion, ensuring compliance with service level agreements
• Monitoring contractor and operative performance, quality, costs and KPI delivery
• Reviewing and approving Schedule of Rates (SOR) coding and variations
• Attending site meetings with residents, contractors and internal stakeholders
• Supporting complaint investigations, Ombudsman enquiries and insurance claims
• Maintaining accurate records, inspection notes and supporting documentation
• Working collaboratively with Housing, Asset Management and Property Services teams
• Promoting excellent customer service and resident engagement throughout the repair process

Requirements of a Damp & Mould Supervisor

• Minimum 5 years' experience within social housing repairs, damp and mould, asset management or property maintenance
• Strong knowledge of building construction, defect diagnosis and building pathology
• Proven experience assessing damp, mould, condensation, ventilation and water ingress issues
• Strong understanding of Awaab's Law and HHSRS requirements
• Experience undertaking property inspections and independently managing remedial works
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, asbestos management and health & safety legislation
• Experience managing contractors, direct labour operatives and specialist subcontractors
• Good understanding of Schedule of Rates (SOR), variations and cost management
• Ability to prepare technical specifications, reports and scopes of work
• Excellent customer service, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and repairs management systems
• Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits for the Damp & Mould Supervisor Role

• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• 37.5-hour working week
• Company vehicle provided for business use
• Varied office and site-based role
• Opportunity to play a key role in resident safety and compliance
• Long-term career prospects within a growing property services team
• Regular exposure to a diverse housing portfolio and technical repair projects

If you're an experienced Damp & Mould Supervisor with a strong background in social housing repairs and building defect diagnosis, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to improving homes and resident wellbeing