Technical Officer (Damp, Mould & Disrepair) (Full Time)

Environmentjournal; Sutton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashfield District Council's Repairs Team is seeking a technically minded officer to join the Operations Directorate. You will carry out inspections, assessments and surveys across housing stock, diagnose damp issues, and work with colleagues to investigate disrepair claims.

The successful candidate will have experience in repair and damp diagnosis in domestic properties, strong problem-solving and commitment to customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience of repair and damp diagnosis in domestic properties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out technical inspections, assessments and surveys across housing stock.
• Diagnose repair and damp issues; work with colleagues to investigate and resolve disrepair claims.

Skills

Damp diagnosis

Repair diagnosis

Customer service

Job description

Technical Officer (Damp, Mould & Disrepair)

Salary: £35,412 - £38,220 - per annum (pay award pending)

Expiration date: 23/09/2026

Location: Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire

Job Type: Full Time

Company: Ashfield District Council

Sector: Waste Management

Sector: Environment

Sector: Fleet and Waste Management

Job Role: Officer

Join Ashfield District Council and Make a Difference to Our Homes and Communities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our Repairs Team in a newly created role within the Operations Directorate.

In this varied position, you will carry out technical inspections, assessments and surveys across our housing stock, diagnose repair and damp issues, and work closely with colleagues to investigate and resolve disrepair claims.

The successful candidate will have experience of repair and damp diagnosis in domestic properties, strong problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Training and development will be provided to help you build on your existing knowledge and skills.

Ashfield District Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: 23 August 2026

Interview date: 2 September 2026

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