PA Housing, Walton‑On‑Thames, England, United Kingdom
Damp & Mould & Disrepair Surveyor
Location: Case House, Surrey, United Kingdom
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum, depending on qualifications
Employment type: Permanent, Full‑time (35 hours a week, may include Saturday mornings and out of hours rota)
Additional requirements: Full driving licence, Willing to undergo a DBS check (standard/enhanced), 35 hours a week.
What you’ll be doing
* Managing damp, mould, and disrepair works from diagnosis through to completion, including specifying, procuring, and monitoring.
* Identifying effective solutions to reduce damp and mould, such as building repairs, ventilation, and humidity control systems.
* Providing residents with clear advice to help them manage and prevent damp and mould in their homes.
* Administering contractor duties – reviewing Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works, specifications, and ensuring compliance with budgets, timescales, and regulations.
* Overseeing contractor performance, from pre‑start inspections through to post‑completion sign‑off.
* Keeping CRM systems updated and providing regular progress reports to management.
* Certifying valuations and contractor claims within your delegated authority.
* Working closely with our Resident Liaison Officer to ensure residents are kept informed and supported throughout.
* Demonstrating value for money while delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused outcomes.
* Collaborating with residents to incorporate their views into works programmes wherever practical.
What we’re looking for
* Accredited qualification with RICS or CIOB.
* NEBOSH/IOSH qualification and knowledge of quality control systems.
* Strong technical knowledge of domestic property maintenance.
* Experience using Microsoft Project, NBS software, Keystone Planned Maintenance, and advanced MS Office skills.
* At least 2 years’ experience delivering stock investment/major works in social or residential housing.
* Experience managing suppliers through long‑term contracts (including JCT Measured Term or similar).
* Proven track record of contract administration, including variations, valuations, and final accounts.
* Strong customer service skills with the ability to deliver excellent resident satisfaction.
* A demonstrable history of taking projects from inception through to successful delivery.
Benefits
* Health cash plans
* 26 days’ annual leave, increasing to 29 after three years, with the opportunity to buy more
* Flexible bank holidays – take them when it suits you
* Car leasing scheme
* Hybrid working – approximately two to three days per week in the office once settled in the role, flexible based on meeting cycles and board activity. Optional nine‑day fortnight scheme to compress hours if suitable.
Disclosure and Barring Service
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a standard/enhanced DBS check. A standard DBS check will show any spent and unspent convictions. Unspent convictions will not necessarily preclude recruitment; a risk assessment will be carried out and suitable references obtained prior to commencement.
How to apply
Please click the apply button or email recruitment@pahousing.co.uk. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications, so we advise you to apply promptly.
About PA Housing
At PA Housing, we believe in respect, integrity, and accountability. Our work is about people – not just properties – and we’re always looking for ways to do better. If that sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear from you.
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