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About Southwark We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. The Role As a Mechanical Heating Inspector (District Heating), you'll provide expert technical support for the maintenance, servicing and improvement covering all our district heating network services across the Council's extensive housing portfolio. You'll work closely with internal teams, contractors and residents to manage and deliver responsive and planned works - from basic communal heating systems to complex commercial plant rooms & energy centres. You'll play a key role in ensuring engineering services meet all regulatory and safety standards, while delivering excellent value and service to our residents. You'll also contribute to disrepair cases, manage contractor performance, and represent the council on technical matters. Key Responsibilities: Conducting inspections, diagnosing faults in communal and commercial heating systems, specifying repairs that minimise disruption and maximise value Prepare detailed technical reports and specifications using council systems Oversee and monitor service, repair, and installation contracts, ensuring compliance, high performance standards and in line with current regulations Provide expert technical support in legal disrepair cases Supervise contractors on-site, ensuring work is delivered safely, compliantly, and to a high standard About You: We're looking for a qualified and highly skilled engineer who brings: A City & Guilds or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (Heat Generation and Distribution) or have extensive appropriate equivalent experience Current ACS Gas Certification and Unvented Hot Water Systems qualification Strong knowledge of mechanical services across all housing and commercial environments Hands-on experience managing large-scale planned and responsive maintenance Confidence in preparing technical reports, liaising with contractors, and delivering excellent resident service Benefits and more information: In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving Engineering Services Team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Closing date: 2 October 2025. Shortlisting date: 6 October 2025. Interview date: TBC. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £44,430.00-£51,663.00 per year Work Location: In person

Job Title: Clerk of Works - Social Housing (Repairs, Damp & Mould) Location: South London Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're working with a respected social housing provider in South London to recruit an experienced Clerk of Works on a permanent basis, focused on overseeing repairs, maintenance, and damp & mould remediation across their housing stock. This is a key role ensuring that residents live in safe, well-maintained homes and that contractors deliver work to the highest standards. You will be responsible for on-site inspections , reporting , and ensuring works are completed in line with SOR codes , contract specifications, and building regulations. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who's detail-oriented, technically sound, and confident working in a fast-paced housing repairs environment. Key Responsibilities Conduct detailed pre- and post-inspections on repairs, voids , and damp & mould cases Diagnose issues on-site, identify root causes, and recommend remedial actions Monitor and report on the quality and compliance of contractors' work Ensure all works are accurately scoped and coded using Schedule of Rates (SOR) Record and report findings using mobile technology and produce detailed inspection reports with photographic evidence Escalate quality or compliance concerns in line with internal procedures Work closely with surveyors, repairs officers, and resident liaison teams Ensure all works meet health & safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Clerk of Works , Repairs Inspector, or similar role in the social housing sector Strong technical knowledge in building repairs, with emphasis on damp, mould, disrepair , and general maintenance Proven experience using SOR codes to scope and validate works Sound understanding of building pathology and construction techniques Excellent reporting and communication skills Confident using handheld devices and job management systems Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (mileage covered) Relevant qualifications (HNC/HND in Building Studies, CIOB, or RICS membership) desirable but not essential What's on Offer Salary up to 45,000 per annum Mileage and expenses covered How to Apply If you're a skilled Clerk of Works with a passion for quality and a background in social housing repairs - particularly in damp and mould - we want to hear from you. Apply now with your CV!