Damp And Mould Compliance Officer

Damp & Mould Compliance Officer - Housing Services | Interim | 3-month contract | Letchworth Garden City

£18.06 per hour (PAYE)

Damp and mould present serious health risks to residents. In this role, you'll help ensure properties are safe, compliant and well-maintained, supporting Housing Officers and contractors to address issues early, meet regulatory expectations and deliver positive outcomes for tenants.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records relating to damp and mould cases, property hazards and compliance activity.
• Monitor, track and support the resolution of reported damp and mould issues, ensuring actions are completed within agreed timescales.
• Carry out inspections related to damp, mould and general health and safety, including pre- and post-works checks.
• Support Housing Officers in implementing actions arising from inspections, risk assessments and contractor reports.
• Liaise with contractors to coordinate remedial works and monitor progress to completion.
• Maintain central compliance records including fire safety, damp and mould actions and inspection outcomes.
• Conduct regular visual inspections and compliance checks across shared and general needs housing.
• Support residents to understand health, safety and damp prevention guidance, escalating concerns where required.
• Assist with enforcement activity, including documenting breaches and preparing follow-up correspondence.
• Provide compliance information to support risk assessments and internal reporting.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, contributing to team objectives and service improvement.

• At least two years' experience within housing, supported housing, property services or a health & safety environment.
• Experience dealing with damp and mould issues, property hazards or compliance activity.
• Strong inspection and record-keeping skills, with confidence using spreadsheets and databases.
• Experience carrying out and documenting property or accommodation inspections.
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures within housing settings.
• Confident, customer-focused communication skills when working with tenants and contractors.
• Strong organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage workloads to deadlines.