Damp & Mould Surveyor — Hybrid Interim Role (£40/hr)

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Long-term contract potential

Hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Damp & Mould Surveyor for a 3–6 month interim contract in the Manchester area. The role combines inspections, reporting and contractor oversight across social housing properties, with a hybrid work model (home, site and office) and a 37.5-hour week.

You will diagnose damp/mould issues, prepare technical reports, and ensure remedial works meet required standards while engaging with residents and internal teams. UK driving licence is needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in damp and mould inspections within social housing or local authority settings.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology and moisture-related issues.
• Experience producing technical reports and repair specifications.
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing remedial works.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspections of occupied and void residential properties.
• Investigate reports of damp, mould, condensation, water penetration, leaks, and structural defects.
• Diagnose the root causes of property failures and recommend long-term solutions.
• Produce clear technical reports, specifications, and schedules of remedial works.
• Instruct and monitor contractors, ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.
• Undertake quality assurance inspections following completion of works.
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, landlord obligations, HHSRS requirements, and health and safety standards.
• Escalate high-risk cases where resident wellbeing may be impacted.
• Maintain accurate records using asset management and housing management systems.
• Analyse recurring trends and contribute towards improvement strategies and investment planning.
• Deliver excellent customer service while communicating technical findings in a clear and understandable manner.

Skills

Damp and mould inspections

Contractor management

Technical reporting

Building pathology knowledge

Resident engagement

Education

HNC/HND/NVQ Level 4+ in Building Surveying

Job description

Vivid Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Damp & Mould Surveyor for a 3–6 month interim contract in the Manchester area. The role combines inspections, reporting and contractor oversight across social housing properties, with a hybrid work model (home, site and office) and a 37.5-hour week.

You will diagnose damp/mould issues, prepare technical reports, and ensure remedial works meet required standards while engaging with residents and internal teams. UK driving licence is needed.