Damp and Mould Manager

Damp & Mould Manager
Location: North London
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 (DOE)
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

About the Role
We're working on behalf of a well-established social housing contractor operating across North London to recruit an experienced Damp & Mould Manager. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity offering the chance to step into a critical role focused on improving living conditions for residents and ensuring compliance with evolving housing standards.

You'll take ownership of damp and mould remediation programmes across a portfolio of occupied properties, leading operational delivery, managing teams on-site, and working closely with client representatives and residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage damp & mould inspection, diagnosis, and remediation works across social housing stock
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and surveyors to ensure works are delivered on time and to a high standard
• Act as the key point of contact for clients, residents, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, industry standards, and legislative requirements
• Review survey reports and implement effective, long-term solutions (not just reactive fixes)
• Monitor budgets, track performance, and report on KPIs
• Drive continuous improvement in service delivery and resident satisfaction
• Support mobilisation and scaling of damp & mould programmes

Requirements

• Proven experience managing damp & mould works within social housing or a related sector
• Strong technical understanding of building pathology, moisture issues, and ventilation solutions
• Experience leading teams and managing subcontractors in a live housing environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice (e.g. HHSRS, Awaab's Law readiness)
• Ability to balance technical delivery with resident-focused service

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary between 50,000 - 60,000
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term career progression
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on housing quality and resident wellbeing
• Supportive and growing contractor with a strong pipeline of works

If you're a driven professional looking to take ownership of a high-impact service area within social housing, we'd be keen to speak with you.