Repairs and Maintenance Team Leader

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 09/03/2026

Work Experience 4-5 years

City Carlton

Province Leicestershire

Postal Code 2615

6 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Charnwood Borough Council is seeking a Repairs and Maintenance Team Leader to join their newly developed specialist Damp and Mould Team.
• The role involves carrying out surveys to identify damp and mould issues in council properties, specifying necessary works, and managing tasks through to completion using both in-house resources and external contractors.
• The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of property maintenance, health and safety standards, and relevant legislation, and will work across site visits and office-based planning.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Conduct detailed damp and mould surveys in council properties.
• Specify all works required to address damp and mould issues and manage the completion of these works.
• Use in-house teams and external contractors effectively to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Take Protimeter readings during visits and record humidity levels accurately.
• Ensure compliance with Awaab's Law and the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Identify, diagnose, and recommend solutions for various damp and mould problems.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all inspections and works completed.
• Liaise with property managers, tenants, and contractors to coordinate works efficiently.
• Participate in a hybrid working pattern: 1 day in the office, 4 days on site.

Skills/Experience:

• Proven experience in property maintenance with a focus on damp and mould remediation.
• Strong knowledge of Awaab's Law and HHSRS compliance requirements.
• Experience using Protimeter or similar humidity and moisture measuring tools.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and recommend practical solutions for damp and mould issues.
• Strong organisational and project management skills to manage multiple works.
• Effective communication skills with colleagues, contractors, and tenants.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle for site visits.
• Health and safety awareness relevant to working on residential properties.

Additional Information:

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle for site visits.
• £25 per hour umbrella and 45p per mile mileage available.
• Location: Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TU, UK.
• Work Pattern: 1 day in the office, 4 days on site.