Damp & Mould Surveyor - North London
Location: North London
Salary: £32 PAYE or £40 Umbrella- Hour
Contract Type: Temp
We are seeking experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor to join a forward-thinking housing team in North London on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a 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
* Carry out detailed inspections and surveys on social housing properties, focusing on disrepair and damp & mould cases
* Prepare Scott Schedules and technical reports for legal disrepair cases
* Act as an expert witness and present cases in court where required
* Work closely with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to resolve disrepair claims
* Provide expert advice on remedial works, ensuring compliance with housing standards and regulations
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation, building pathology, and disrepair case law
* Deliver excellent customer service to residents and stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication
Needed:
* Proven background in social housing disrepair and damp & mould surveying
* Experience preparing Scott Schedules and acting as an expert witness in legal proceedings
* Strong knowledge of housing standards, landlord and tenant law, and building regulations
* Excellent technical knowledge of building pathology and diagnostics
* Confident communicator with strong written and verbal reporting skills
* Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
* £32/H PAYE or £40/H Umbrella
* Temp role with career progression opportunities
* Chance to work on high-profile legal disrepair cases within social housing
* Supportive working environment with ongoing development
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced 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.