Surveyor - Damp & Mould / Disrepair

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A social housing solutions provider in East London is looking for a qualified Surveyor to join their team. The role focuses on damp and mould investigations, housing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have RICS qualifications, strong technical knowledge of building pathology, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• RICS qualified surveyor with experience in social housing.
• Strong technical knowledge of building pathology, especially damp and mould.
• Demonstrable experience in managing disrepair claims.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections for damp and mould issues.
• Manage and respond to housing disrepair claims.
• Provide expert technical reports as required.

Skills

Building pathology knowledge

Damp and mould expertise

Communication and stakeholder management

Disrepair claims management

Education

RICS qualification

Job description

Surveyor - Damp & Mould / Disrepair (Social Housing)
Location: East London
Hours: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Surveyor to join our responsive repairs and asset management team, with a specific focus on damp & mould investigations, housing disrepair claims, and proactive property inspections within our social housing stock.

This is a key role in ensuring our residents live in safe, well-maintained homes and that we remain compliant with legal standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough property inspections focused on damp, mould, and other disrepair issues

• Diagnose the root cause of damp/mould and specify effective remedial works

• Manage and respond to housing disrepair claims, working closely with legal teams and contractors

• Provide expert technical reports and act as a professional witness if required

• Liaise with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of issues

• Monitor contractor performance and ensure works are completed to a high standard

• Maintain accurate records and update systems in line with compliance requirements

About You

• RICS qualified - essential

• Strong technical knowledge of building pathology, especially damp and mould

• Demonstrable experience in social housing or public sector property surveying

• Skilled in managing disrepair claims and writing technical reports

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities

• Up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation and guidance

If you're a qualified Surveyor with the expertise to tackle damp, mould, and disrepair, we'd love to hear from you.