Location
London Borough of Harrow

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£50,691 per annum

About the Role
The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Damp, Mould and Disrepair Surveyor to support the effective delivery of the Council’s responsive damp, mould and disrepair service. You will act as the technical representative for the Housing Division, overseeing all damp, mould and housing disrepair matters and ensuring full compliance with Awaab’s Law, landlord repairing obligations, and all relevant building and housing legislation.

The role involves managing inspections, cases and associated contractors, ensuring works are delivered within statutory timescales, contractual requirements, quality standards and budgetary constraints on behalf of the Council’s Housing Division and the London Borough of Harrow. A key focus is to minimise legal risk, eradicate recurring damp and mould issues, improve overall property condition, and safeguard residents’ health and wellbeing through strong technical leadership and effective contract management.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will provide senior technical advice, operational leadership and performance oversight in relation to responsive damp, mould and disrepair services. The role operates within a resident-focused environment, where the Council is committed to a person-centred approach to housing, placing residents at the heart of service delivery. Working collaboratively across teams and with external partners, the Council strives to deliver safe, high-quality homes and sustainable communities, ensuring all services comply with UK legislative, regulatory and best practice standards.

Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre with excellent transport links including the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line, national rail services, and easy access to the M1, M25 and A406.

Experience
- Experience in a technical role within housing, property, construction or a related service environment, specifically in responsive damp, mould and disrepair contracts within social housing.
- Understanding of administrative processes relating to works orders, invoicing and financial controls.
- Technical understanding of housing repairs and maintenance services, including damp, mould, voids and communal works.

About you
- Ability to work accurately with data, systems and documentation in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with residents, contractors and colleagues.
- Organised, methodical approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Working knowledge of all forms of damp and mould including condensation, penetrating damp, rising damp, thermal bridging and ventilation-related defects.
- Knowledge of landlord statutory responsibilities and relevant housing legislation, including Awaab’s Law and statutory obligations relating to damp, mould and housing disrepair.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant technical qualifications or experience in housing, property or construction related fields would be advantageous.