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

Essential experience:

Candidate must have a genuine understanding & relevant experience dealing with damp, mould & condensation. Must have a good understanding of building pathology & able confidently diagnose causes of condensation/damp. Must be able demonstrate their experience & knowledge.

(HCC) A committed team player, honest, loyal, and trustworthy. Keen to develop and continually improve both on a personal level and in terms of contributing to the performance of the authority

(HCC) A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation and national policy.

(HCC) A knowledge and understanding of equality and diversity issues.

(HCC) Ability to assess situations which are not straightforward and an understanding of when to escalate issues.

(HCC) Ability to build and manage effective professional relationships with stakeholders.

(HCC) Ability to communicate effectively face to face, over the telephone and in writing.

(HCC) Ability to deal with potentially difficult residents

(HCC) Ability to establish professional, effective working relationships with a range of partners/colleagues.

(HCC) Ability to follow policies and procedures, own and resolve problems.

(HCC) Degree level or equivalent e.g. NVQ level 4 &/or relevant experience