Damp and Mould Operative
| Posting date: | 01 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £18.00 to £20.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 December 2025 |
| Location: | Kensington and Chelsea, London, W11 4AT |
| Company: | Daniel Owen Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5284190_1764597881 |
Summary
Job Title: Damp and Mould Operative
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Category: Property Services
Location: Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 4:00 pm
Salary: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour
We are currently looking for a Damp and Mould Operative to join a dedicated team providing essential maintenance services across social housing properties in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining healthy, safe, and well-kept homes for local residents.
Responsibilities:
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Identifying and treating damp and mould issues across a range of residential properties.
- Carrying out inspections to assess the extent of damage and recommending effective solutions.
- Applying specialised mould treatments and ensuring correct ventilation solutions are installed.
- Repairing affected surfaces, including painting and decorating, to restore the property to a safe and habitable condition.
- Completing internal and external painting and decorating as part of the mould treatment and property maintenance process.
- Working alongside other maintenance teams to address underlying causes of damp, such as leaks or poor insulation.
- Providing professional advice to tenants regarding the prevention and management of damp and mould.
- Completing work to a high standard, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
- Using a PDA system to receive job updates, document materials used, and report completed tasks.
Requirements:
- Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
- NVQ Level 2 in Insulation and Building Treatments - Wood Preserving and Damp Proofing (preferred)
Benefits:
- Company van, fuel card, and parking permit for business use.
- Paid lunch break included in your working day
- Opportunities for overtime to increase earnings
- Weekly payroll for consistent and reliable income
If you've previously worked in the social housing environment and meet the requirements listed, we'd be happy to hear from you.
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