Damp Surveyor

Daniel Owen Ltd; Turves Green; Presencial; GBP 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Location: South Birmingham

Temp-to-perm potential

Salary negotiable

Impactful work improving resident well

Descripción de la vacante

Daniel Owen Ltd is seeking an experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor for an ongoing role in South Birmingham, working with a social housing provider to improve living conditions. Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

The position offers long-term potential with an emphasis on compliance and resident wellbeing. The successful candidate will conduct surveys for damp, mould and related defects, compile detailed reports, and oversee contractors to ensure quality, safety and value for money.

Formación

• Experience surveying damp, mould and building-related defects in social housing or residential settings.
• Strong report writing, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Knowledge of housing legislation, health and safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out inspections and surveys of residential properties affected by damp, mould, condensation and disrepair.
• Diagnose root causes and recommend remedial solutions.
• Produce detailed survey reports, specifications and schedules of work.
• Manage and monitor remedial works undertaken by contractors, ensuring quality and value for money.
• Provide technical advice and support to residents, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with housing legislation and regulatory standards.
• Investigate resident complaints and contribute to effective case resolution.
• Maintain accurate records and update housing management systems.

Conocimientos

Damp & mould surveying

Report writing

Contractor management

Stakeholder communication

Driving license

Educación

Relevant surveying qualification

Descripción del empleo

Damp & Mould Surveyor - South Birmingham - Ongoing Role - Salary Negotiable

One of my clients is currently looking for an experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor to join their team in South Birmingham, working with a social housing provider to help deliver safe, healthy, and well-maintained homes for residents.

This is an ongoing opportunity with the potential to become permanent, making it ideal for someone looking for a long-term role within the social housing sector. Salary is open to negotiation and will be dependent on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and surveys of residential properties affected by damp, mould, condensation, and disrepair.


• Diagnose the root causes of building defects and recommend appropriate remedial solutions.


• Produce detailed survey reports, specifications, and schedules of work.


• Manage and monitor remedial works undertaken by contractors, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.


• Provide technical advice and support to residents, contractors, operatives, and internal stakeholders.


• Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, health and safety requirements, and regulatory standards.


• Investigate resident complaints and contribute to effective case resolution.


• Maintain accurate records and update housing management systems.

Requirements

• Previous experience surveying damp, mould, condensation, and building-related defects within social housing, local authority, or residential property settings.


• Strong knowledge of building construction, property repairs, and maintenance.


• Experience managing contractors and overseeing remedial works.


• Excellent report-writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• A relevant surveying, construction, or building qualification would be desirable.


• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Location: South Birmingham.


• Contract: Ongoing role with the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity.


• Salary: Open to negotiation, depending on experience.


• The opportunity to make a real difference to residents' living conditions.


• The chance to work with a social housing provider focused on improving property standards and resident wellbeing.


• Potential for a long-term position within a supportive housing team.

If you have experience diagnosing and resolving damp and mould issues within residential properties and are passionate about improving homes and communities, I'd love to hear from you