Rate: £450 per day (Umbrella)
Contract: 12 Months
Working Pattern: Full-Time | 3-4 Days On Site
Location: Harlow District Council
We are supporting Harlow District Council in the recruitment of a Senior Damp, Mould & Disrepair Surveyor on an initial 12-month temporary contract.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking housing service and take a leading role in the management and resolution of damp, mould and housing disrepair cases across the Council's housing stock. You will provide technical leadership, oversee complex cases and manage a small team responsible for delivering high-quality surveying services that place resident safety and wellbeing at the forefront.
About the Role
Reporting into the Housing Property team, you will lead the Council's damp, mould and disrepair function, ensuring cases are managed effectively and in line with statutory obligations, Awaab's Law, the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), Housing Ombudsman requirements and internal policies.
You will manage a team of 2 Damp & Mould Surveyors and 1 Disrepair Surveyor, providing technical guidance, quality assurance and operational oversight while driving service improvement and ensuring positive outcomes for residents.
Key Responsibilities
·Lead and manage the Damp & Mould and Disrepair Surveying team, providing technical support, supervision and performance management
·Take ownership of complex damp, mould and disrepair cases from diagnosis through to resolution
·Carry out inspections, diagnose building defects and prepare specifications and schedules of work
·Oversee disrepair cases, working closely with Legal Services, contractors, repairs teams and housing management colleagues
·Monitor case progression, inspection targets and service performance to ensure timely resolution
·Identify recurring issues and contribute to planned investment and preventative maintenance programmes
·Support complaints, Ombudsman cases and legal proceedings through the provision of technical reports and expert advice
·Ensure residents receive clear communication throughout the lifecycle of each case
·Promote safeguarding, risk management and appropriate support for vulnerable households
About You
We are seeking an experienced housing surveyor with strong technical expertise in damp, mould and housing disrepair.
You will be able to demonstrate:
·Extensive knowledge of damp, mould, condensation, water ingress, ventilation issues and building defects
·Minimum 3 years' experience diagnosing and resolving housing disrepair issues within social housing or local authority environments.
·Strong understanding of Awaab's Law, HHSRS, landlord repairing obligations, the Decent Homes Standard and relevant housing legislation
·Previous experience managing or supervising surveyors
For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please share your CV before Friday 19th June 2026
Salary description
£450.00 - £450.00 per day