Damp and Mould Operative (Healthy Homes)
Chime housing
Watford
Salary
£35,000 – £40,000 a year
Job type
permanent
Location
Watford, England
Damp and Mould Operative (Healthy Homes)
Watford Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Permanent, 37 hours per week The Vacancy
We have introduced a new team at Chime Housing! The Healthy Homes Team has been created to identify, assess and address Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards, including but not limited to damp and mould. Working alongside surveyors, youll deliver a range of remedial and repair works that help create safer, healthier living environments for our customers. We are looking for a skilled and customer-focused operative to join the team. This is a hands-on role where youll carry out a wide range of repairs playing a key part in treating and preventing hazards, including damp and mould issues in our homes. Youll work closely with surveyors and colleagues to deliver high-quality, right-first-time repairs that improve living conditions and keep residents safe, warm and dry. Introduction to the role
At Chime Housing, were committed to providing safe, high-quality homes where people can thrive. As a Multi-Skilled Operative, youll be at the heart of our serviceworking directly in customers homes to resolve issues, improve conditions, and deliver excellent workmanship. With a particular focus on Housing Healthy and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards, youll help us tackle one of the most important challenges in housing today. Role purpose
To deliver high-quality repairs and remedial works with the primary focus on damp and mould treatment and prevention while also undertaking repairs required to remove or mitigate Housing Healthy and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards. The role supports compliance with Awaabs Law and wider housing health and safety obligations, ensuring high standards of safety, quality and customer satisfaction.
Whats the role?
Key Accountabilities: o
Carry out a wide range of repairs, maintenance and remedial works, with a primary focus on damp and mould treatment and prevention, alongside repairs required to address HHSRS hazards and improve the overall condition of customer homes. o
Deliver right first time repairs, ensuring all work is completed, finished and left clean and tidy. o
Work within scheduled appointments, maintaining excellent communication and customer service at all times. What are we looking for?
Essential: o
Experience:
Experience in repairs and maintenance, with the ability to carry out a range of trade tasks and experience working with damp and mould treatment or remediation. o
Knowledge:
Understanding of damp and mould causes and treatments, building maintenance, and basic health and safety practices. o
Skills & Abilities:
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. o
Qualifications:
Full UK driving licence and relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable: o
Multi-trade skills across disciplines such as carpentry, plumbing, or plastering. o
Experience working within social housing or a customer-focused repairs environment. o
Awareness of housing standards, HHSRS or related compliance frameworks. What can we offer you?
o
28 days annual leave (pro rata) o
Employer pension contribution of up to 11% o
Development opportunities o
Comprehensive employee rewards scheme How we work
We embrace agile working
blending time in our communities, shared spaces, and remote working. With digital technology at the heart of our approach, we empower teams and individuals to work flexibly. How to apply
If this sounds like your next role, click apply now, tell us why youve got what it takes, and attach a copy of your current CV.
Closing date: 1 st
September 2026 Interviews: To be confirmed (Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response.)
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Watford Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Permanent, 37 hours per week The Vacancy
We have introduced a new team at Chime Housing! The Healthy Homes Team has been created to identify, assess and address Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards, including but not limited to damp and mould. Working alongside surveyors, youll deliver a range of remedial and repair works that help create safer, healthier living environments for our customers. We are looking for a skilled and customer-focused operative to join the team. This is a hands-on role where youll carry out a wide range of repairs playing a key part in treating and preventing hazards, including damp and mould issues in our homes. Youll work closely with surveyors and colleagues to deliver high-quality, right-first-time repairs that improve living conditions and keep residents safe, warm and dry. Introduction to the role
At Chime Housing, were committed to providing safe, high-quality homes where people can thrive. As a Multi-Skilled Operative, youll be at the heart of our serviceworking directly in customers homes to resolve issues, improve conditions, and deliver excellent workmanship. With a particular focus on Housing Healthy and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards, youll help us tackle one of the most important challenges in housing today. Role purpose
To deliver high-quality repairs and remedial works with the primary focus on damp and mould treatment and prevention while also undertaking repairs required to remove or mitigate Housing Healthy and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) hazards. The role supports compliance with Awaabs Law and wider housing health and safety obligations, ensuring high standards of safety, quality and customer satisfaction.
Whats the role?
Key Accountabilities: o
Carry out a wide range of repairs, maintenance and remedial works, with a primary focus on damp and mould treatment and prevention, alongside repairs required to address HHSRS hazards and improve the overall condition of customer homes. o
Deliver right first time repairs, ensuring all work is completed, finished and left clean and tidy. o
Work within scheduled appointments, maintaining excellent communication and customer service at all times. What are we looking for?
Essential: o
Experience:
Experience in repairs and maintenance, with the ability to carry out a range of trade tasks and experience working with damp and mould treatment or remediation. o
Knowledge:
Understanding of damp and mould causes and treatments, building maintenance, and basic health and safety practices. o
Skills & Abilities:
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused services. o
Qualifications:
Full UK driving licence and relevant trade qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable: o
Multi-trade skills across disciplines such as carpentry, plumbing, or plastering. o
Experience working within social housing or a customer-focused repairs environment. o
Awareness of housing standards, HHSRS or related compliance frameworks. What can we offer you?
o
28 days annual leave (pro rata) o
Employer pension contribution of up to 11% o
Development opportunities o
Comprehensive employee rewards scheme How we work
We embrace agile working
blending time in our communities, shared spaces, and remote working. With digital technology at the heart of our approach, we empower teams and individuals to work flexibly. How to apply
If this sounds like your next role, click apply now, tell us why youve got what it takes, and attach a copy of your current CV.
Closing date: 1 st
September 2026 Interviews: To be confirmed (Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response.)
TPBN1_UKTJ