Job Title: Damp and Mould Operative
Job Type: Permanent
Job Category: Property Services
Location: Hertfordshire
Hours: 08:00 am - 4:30 pm
Salary: £32,500.00 per annum
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Damp and Mould Operative to join the responsive repairs team at a renowned, award-winning housing association. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out repairs within tenants' homes.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect social housing properties to identify signs of dampness, mould, and related issues such as condensation or water ingress.
Diagnose the underlying causes of damp and mould problems (e.g., poor ventilation, plumbing leaks, rising damp).
Carry out treatment and remediation work including mould removal, damp proofing, and wall treatments.
Repair and maintain affected areas, including plastering, decorating, and sealing surfaces as needed.
Install or improve ventilation systems and recommend solutions to prevent future damp and mould growth.
Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and treatment work, including photographic evidence and reports.
Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations, especially regarding mould exposure and hazardous materials.
Provide advice and guidance to tenants on how to reduce damp and mould risks through proper ventilation and heating.
Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently to carry out repair and maintenance tasks.Requirements:
Full UK Driving Licence (manual)Benefits:
Company van, fuel card, and uniform included as part of the role package.
All power tools provided
4 day compressed working week (upon request)
25 days paid annual leave entitlement (excluding bank holidays)
£900 per year to spend on a range of personalised benefit options
Discretionary annual bonus
Free financial advisor service (including mortgage, debt, savings and pension advice)
Complimentary monthly massage and access to group yoga sessions
Health cash plan
Performance bonus - earn up to 4.5% of your annual salary through the performance-related bonus schemeIf you are interested in this position, we'd encourage you to apply.
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