Repairs & Maintenance Damp & Mould Surveyor

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property services company is seeking an experienced Repairs and Maintenance Surveyor to join their team in Barnsley. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting housing stock and diagnosing issues related to damp and mould. You will produce technical reports, liaise with contractors and stakeholders, and ensure repairs align with legislative standards. A Level 4 qualification and experience in social housing are required. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on housing quality and tenant satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Surveyor within repairs and maintenance or social housing.
• Strong knowledge of damp, mould, and disrepair legislation and best practices.
• Ability to diagnose building defects and recommend technical solutions.
• Confident communicator with report-writing skills.
• Proficient in IT systems (Excel, Outlook, databases, etc.).
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and surveys focused on damp and mould cases.
• Complete reports and documentation using an iPad provided.
• Liaise with contractors, residents, and internal teams to coordinate repairs.
• Ensure inspections meet targets aligned with regulations.
• Maintain accurate digital records of housing stock.

Skills

Experience in repairs and maintenance

Knowledge of damp and mould legislation

Diagnostic skills for building defects

Report-writing skills

Proficiency in IT systems

Education

Level 4 qualification (HNC/NVQ) or equivalent experience

Tools

iPad for reporting

Excel

Outlook

Databases

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Repairs and Maintenance Surveyor with strong expertise in Damp and Mould investigations to join our Property Services team.

You’ll be responsible for inspecting housing stock, diagnosing issues, producing technical reports, and liaising with contractors, tenants, and stakeholders to ensure timely and effective repairs in line with legislative and organisational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and surveys, with a focus on damp, mould, and disrepair cases.
• Complete reports and documentation using an iPad provided.
• Liaise with contractors, residents, and internal teams to coordinate repair works.
• Ensure all inspections meet targets aligned with the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2026, Awaab’s Law, and HHSRS.
• Maintain accurate digital records of housing stock and update relevant systems.
• Contribute to developing and implementing best practices for damp and disrepair management.
• Represent the council in relation to disrepair claims, acting as an expert witness when required.

You will need to have:

• Proven experience as a Surveyor within repairs and maintenance or social housing.
• Strong knowledge of damp, mould, and disrepair legislation and best practice.
• Ability to diagnose building defects and recommend technical solutions.
• Confident communicator with report‑writing skills.
• Proficient in IT systems (Excel, Outlook, databases, etc.).
• Holds a Level 4 qualification (HNC/NVQ) or significant equivalent experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential).
• Willingness to undertake HHSRS training if not already completed.