Damp Surveyor

This role is starting asap, working 35 hours a week, initially for a 6 month contract that is likely to be extended.

Must be an Experienced Damp Surveyor to carry out full property surveys specifically in relation to condensation & damp diagnosis and remedial action. The surveyor will have reasonable scientific knowledge on the different types of mould and its likely cause & affect to residents. Ongoing training within the team will help build on this knowledge going forward.

The surveyor will have specific knowledge of building structures and how they contribute to the cause, be able to correctly diagnose & specify remedial requirements. To understand and be able to use equipment to aid with diagnostics and undertaking seasonal monitoring. Must have an empathetic approach to our tenants and property conditions, able to produce drawings & floor plans, diagnose general building faults, obtain or create specifications for improvement works required with an understanding of how this may affect other components of the property/building, obtain competitive prices.

Order works by use of appropriate systems and Tender/contract procedures.

Supervise works to completion, in line with Council Health & Safety Standards and other statutory requirements

• Ability to work with minimum supervision


• Ability to prioritise workloads, analyse and resolve problems


• Ability to work alone to meet strict deadlines


• Carry out post inspections, confirm satisfactory completion, authorise payments, investigate invoice queries


• Cross-Service/Partnership working liaison skills and experience


• Managing external resources through PFI contract partnering to ensure best value for the client


• Respond to complaints, compliments and requests for information and consider service review and development in the light of these