Property Inspector - Damp & Mould

Property Inspector

Location: Hertfordshire area
Salary: Circa £42,500
Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded housing association that is seeking a dedicated Property Inspector with an in depth knowledge of damp & mould, to join their property services team.

The Role

As a Property Inspector, you will play a vital role in maintaining and improving housing stock, making sure homes meet Decent Homes Standards and HHSRS requirements. You’ll be carrying out inspections across a variety of properties, specifying and prioritising works, and overseeing contractors to ensure that projects are delivered on time, to cost, and to the highest safety standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting property inspections (internal, external, and communal areas).
• Providing expert advice to residents and ensuring excellent customer service.
• Identifying, specifying, and prioritising works including damp, mould, and condensation issues.
• Working closely with contractors and internal teams to deliver efficient solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety policies and procedures.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong understanding of building components (trade background advantageous).
• Knowledge of HHSRS and Decent Homes guidelines.
• Experience dealing with issues such as damp, mould, and condensation.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with a “can-do” approach.
• Ability to manage your own workload effectively and work well within a team.
• IT literacy and familiarity with handheld data capture devices.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Trade qualifications and/or certification in damp identification/rectification.
• HHSRS practitioner course certification.

What’s on Offer

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health Care Cash Plan

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to improving housing standards and delivering real value to residents.