Job Title: Technical Inspector (Damp and Mould Surveys)
Location: Rochdale
Contract Type: Temporary Agency Role
Duration: Up to 8 Weeks
Salary Equivalent: Approx. £40,000 per annum
Hours: 36.25 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, typically 8:00am – 3:45pm, with occasional later starts and 5:00pm finishes
Equipment & Vehicle: All equipment and a vehicle will be provided
We are currently seeking an experienced Technical Inspector to support our Property Services team on a temporary agency basis for up to 8 weeks to provide sickness cover.
This role will focus primarily on conducting Damp & Mould Surveys and associated property inspections across residential housing stock.
As a Technical Inspector, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety, quality, and condition of residential properties. You will undertake a range of property inspections, including damp & mould assessments, structural evaluations, and post-inspections of completed remedial works.
Using your technical expertise, you will diagnose property issues, identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and ensure works are completed to a high standard while maintaining excellent customer service.
Technical Inspector Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and diagnose property repairs using specialist equipment and inspection methods
- Identify repair requirements and provide recommendations for remedial works
- Organise and monitor remedial works to ensure quality, compliance, and value for money
- Carry out post-inspections of completed repairs
- Provide technical advice regarding housing stock condition and repair solutions
- Undertake inspections relating to:
- Damp & mould
- Structural and drainage issues
- Fire damage
- Adaptations
- Mutual exchanges
- Permission requests
- Complaints investigations
- Commercial and pest-related inspections
- Assess and prioritise workloads effectively
- Build rapport with residents and manage expectations professionally and empathetically
- Produce clear, concise, and accurate inspection reports with findings and recommendations
- Work collaboratively across teams to ensure efficient service delivery
- Support customers with specific needs by coordinating any required arrangements
Technical Inspector Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence (minimum points)
- Good working knowledge of mobile phones and PDA systems
- Strong understanding of Building Regulations and Decent Homes Standards
- Expertise in property inspection, repairs, refurbishment, and adaptations
- Proven ability to identify and diagnose building defects
- Extensive knowledge of construction materials, methods, and techniques
- Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and risk assessment procedures
- Ability to produce accurate technical inspection reports
Technical Inspector Personal Competencies
- Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise workloads effectively
- Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality service
- Professional and empathetic approach when dealing with residents
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Adaptable and able to work within a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamworking and communication skills
Technical Inspector Technical Competencies
- Building regulations and housing standards
- Construction defect diagnosis
- Repair and maintenance practices
- Inspection techniques and non-destructive testing
- Health & safety compliance and risk assessment
Please apply online for this Technical Inspector role – interviews are taking place early June.
