Building Surveyor (Damp, Mould & Disrepair)
contract•Coventry
About this role
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">Here at Stonewater, we have the perfect opportunity to join our specialist Damp and Mould team on an <strong>initial 6 month FTC.</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">Reporting into the Service Manager, you will be responsible for resolving cases of damp, mould and disrepair. This will involve carrying out inspections, virtually and in person, to diagnose the cause of damp, mould and disrepairs, ordering works, tracking cases to completion and working with colleagues across Homes and our Partnering Contractors where you require specialist input. In addition, you will be responsible for tracking HHSRS actions to make sure our homes are safe.</p><hr><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><strong>The ideal candidate will…</strong></p><ul style="margin-top:0cm;"><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Be educated to minimum HNC level or equivalent professional experience/qualification in construction, housing, management or property.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have knowledge and experience in building pathology and be able to diagnose cause of damp and mould.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have proven experience of delivering a maintenance service</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have good understanding of Decent Homes requirements.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have good written/ verbal communication skills.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have knowledge of building components, diagnosis of building defects, building/contract law, building regulations, housing law.</p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><p>Have strong attention to detail and understands the importance of recording all relevant information.</p></li></ul><p>The role will be home based but there will be an expectation to travel to locations and attend national meetings as required. <strong>Whilst we are not precious with location, candidates located in Bristol / Gloucester are highly desirable.</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://fluminis.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/StonewaterCareers/IQC3mhksfD8uQ6D8ah4yIKxHAb2hY0qENY3sHZc1N-d3H-Q?e=OPppAa">JD DMC Business Partner.pdf</a></p><hr><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><em>Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work document.</em></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><strong>Discover Stonewater:</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">Stonewater is a leading housing provider. We manage around 40,000 homes, serving 93,000 customers across our portfolio of affordable properties for general rent, shared ownership and sale, alongside specialist accommodation, with an ambitious house-building programme.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">Our mission is to provide quality homes and services for people whose needs are not met by the open market.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">We’re looking for like-minded people to join our team of over 900 talented colleagues who embody our values of being ethical, ambitious, passionate, agile and commercial, as well as people who want to make a difference and transform people’s lives.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">We are a Disability Confident Employer and working towards accreditation for becoming a Disability Confident Leader, which allows us to record and report on disability, mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to better support our colleagues. We have also achieved accreditation for being an Advanced Employer for Investing in Ethnicity Maturity Matrix. We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly employer and working towards accreditation our Menopause Friendly accreditation.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;">Are you ready to <strong><em>#DiscoverStonewater?</em></strong></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"><strong>Stonewater reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.</strong></p>
What you'll do
- You will be responsible for resolving cases of damp, mould, and disrepair by carrying out inspections and diagnosing issues. Additionally, you will track cases to completion and ensure homes are safe by monitoring HHSRS actions.
About Stonewater
Stonewater is one of the UK’s largest social housing providers, dedicated to creating places that people can truly call home. With 40,000 homes, we proudly serve more than 93,000 customers from diverse backgrounds across the country.
At the core of our mission as a registered social landlord is the commitment to safe, affordable housing for people of all ages and backgrounds. Guided by our Vision -that everyone should have the opportunity to have a place that they can call home -we offer homes for rent, shared ownership, and purchase. Our specialised services include retirement and supported living schemes for older and vulnerable people, safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, domestic abuse refuges, and young people’s foyers.
Our approach is rooted in becoming a truly customer-driven organisation, building relationships founded on respect, honesty, transparency, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Stonewater has an annual turnover of £306 million and fixed assets of £3.1 billion. The organisation continues to hold a strong credit rating from S&P Global Ratings, alongside G1 and V2 gradings from the Regulator of Social Housing, together with a C2 grading for consumer standards.
As part of the Stonewater Group, encompassing both commercial and not-for-profit subsidiaries, we engage in a range of commercial activities to fuel our mission of providing homes for those who need them most. Stonewater is more than a housing provider—we’re building foundations for futures.
For more information, visit our website at www.stonewater.org
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What does a Building Surveyor (Damp, Mould & Disrepair) do at Stonewater?
As a Building Surveyor (Damp, Mould & Disrepair) at Stonewater, you will: you will be responsible for resolving cases of damp, mould, and disrepair by carrying out inspections and diagnosing issues. Additionally, you will track cases to completion and ensure homes are safe by monitoring HHSRS actions..
Is the Building Surveyor (Damp, Mould & Disrepair) position at Stonewater remote?
The Building Surveyor (Damp, Mould & Disrepair) position at Stonewater is based in Coventry, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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