Damp and Mould Surveyor
023_1757056204 Posted: 05/09/2025
Disrepair Surveyor - North London
Location: North London
Salary: £68,000 - £70,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking experienced RICS-qualified Disrepair Surveyors to join a forward-thinking housing team in North London on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior-level surveying role, focusing on disrepair and damp & mould cases across social housing stock, with the chance to make a genuine impact on residents' homes and lives.
The successful candidates will have a strong background in social housing disrepair, with the ability to produce Scott Schedules, provide expert witness reports, and present cases in court. This role offers long-term stability, progression opportunities, and the opportunity to work on high-profile cases in a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Carry out detailed inspections and surveys on social housing properties, focusing on disrepair and damp & mould cases
2. Prepare Scott Schedules and technical reports for legal disrepair cases
3. Act as an expert witness and present cases in court where required
4. Work closely with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to resolve disrepair claims
5. Provide expert advice on remedial works, ensuring compliance with housing standards and regulations
6. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation, building pathology, and disrepair case law
7. Deliver excellent customer service to residents and stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication
Requirements
8. Full RICS qualification - essential
9. Proven background in social housing disrepair and damp & mould surveying
10. Experience preparing Scott Schedules and acting as an expert witness in legal proceedings
11. Strong knowledge of housing standards, landlord and tenant law, and building regulations
12. Excellent technical knowledge of building pathology and diagnostics
13. Confident communicator with strong written and verbal reporting skills
14. Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
15. £68,000 - £70,000 per annum
16. Permanent role with career progression opportunities
17. Chance to work on high-profile legal disrepair cases within social housing
18. Supportive working environment with ongoing development
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced RICS Surveyor with social housing experience to step into a challenging and rewarding permanent role in North London. If you have the technical expertise and the drive to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.