Andy B

As a CMI-qualified manager, I've successfully led diverse teams, overseen complex repair and refurbishment projects, and built productive working relationships with contractors, tradespeople, and clients alike. My specialist skills in damp, timber, and FRA surveying, supported by qualifications in HHSRS, asbestos, and health and safety allow me to provide accurate assessments and implement effective, safety-compliant solutions that meet housing standards and exceed expectations. I thrive in roles where I can combine leadership with technical expertise, and I am particularly passionate about mentoring others, solving problems, and maintaining the integrity and longevity of buildings.

I'm now looking to bring my experience and dedication to a forward-thinking organisation where I can continue to make a meaningful impact.

Operations Manager at Mould (2025-01 – Present)

• Oversee the creation of the new Mould Remediation division
• Work with existing social housing clients to set up new mould treatment services
• Identify new clients in the private rental marked and promote our services in preparation of the renter's rights act
• Upskill technicians from other departments to undertake mould treatments
• Awaabs Law compliant surveys with diagnosis and remedial action
• All aspects of remediation including air sampling, dry fogging and mould treatment
• Work closely with inhouse bid writer to submit tenders and join frameworks

Damp and Timber Surveyor at Mould (2025-02 – 2025-07)

• Produce detailed reports for individual customers and mortgage lenders outlining the reason for the damp and the cost of the repair
• Produce detailed survey reports for leaseholders and property owners and advise on who is responsible for the repairs and advice on party wall act if required
• Undertake condensation and mould surveys and report back to landlords with detailed reports on disrepair or improvements need to reach decent home standards
• Support the tradesman during the repair and manage any concerns the customers may have regarding the duration or quality of the workmanship

Apprenticeship coordinator at Mould (2024-03 – 2025-02)

• Manage a portfolio of electrical and plumbing apprentices
• Undertake pastoral reviews for the electrical apprentices
• Undertake progress reviews and assess work products in line with NVQ Standards

Maintenance & Health and safety Advisor at Fisheries (2018-01 – 2024-03)

Part time

• Oversee building projects and Maintenance of three lake complexes in line with occupiers' liability and the safety of club members
• Routine inspections at fishing venues focusing on structures spanning water and risks posed by weather related damage
• Advise on all health and safety aspects including the use of mechanical tools by volunteer work parties, the use of chain saws and boats, update risk assessments on a regular basis to comply with the health and safety at work act and implement new safe systems of work where required

Team Leader at Aster Property (2018-08 – 2023-04)

• Team management of multi trades and apprentices, Performance monitoring, HR and absence management, monthly 1-1s and tailored personal development plans to set goals and progression
• Void management including pre-void survey, empty property survey and schedule works, recharges and handover
• Disrepair surveys
• Inductions for all new tradesmen and apprentices
• Apprentice management and undertake colleges reviews
• Stock management including the individuals electronic van stock and replenishment from the suppliers
• Material control and regular meetings with approved suppliers to discuss changes in stock levels, cost and introduction of new materials in line with company policy

Surveyor at Aster Property (2012-04 – 2018-08)

• Trade supervisor overseeing the day-to-day management of a team of tradesmen and apprentices
• Trade support including 1-1s, sickness reviews and toolbox talks
• Vehicle inspection and auditing
• Delivering monthly team briefs and keep accurate meeting notes for future auditing
• HHSRS surveys and arrange for repairs where required
• Mutual Exchange surveys on the behalf of housing team, identifying any tenant related alterations and damage for re-charges and second survey if required
• Complaint investigation and resolution
• Duty officer for out of hours service including attendance in the event of fire, flood and resetting fire panels
• Working at height training for all team members and ladder inspections

Neighborhood supervisor at Synergy Housing (2010-01 – 2012-04)

• Trade Supervision and absence management, HR duties including investigations an disciplinary
• Post inspections on all DLO and contractor work to monitor the quality of the work
• Vehicle management including live inspections and monitoring fuel usage
• Property Surveys following reports by trades and customers
• Mutual Exchange surveying and identifying any re-charges liable by outgoing customers identifying any HHSRS and raising all agreed work
• Maintain correct level of stock for individual tradesmen and work with local suppliers to hold surfactant levels of stock for first time fix
• Complaint resolution up to level 1
• Manage works outsourced to contractors and hold regular meetings to discuss productivity, cost and any health and safety concerns
• Duty officer for out of hours service including attendance in the event of fire or flood

Plumbing & Heating Engineer at Weymouth & Portland Housing (2005-01 – 2010-12)

• Routine plumbing repairs in the maintenance department
• Installation and service of domestic gas boilers
• Full and partial central heating upgrades
• Kitchen and bathroom replacement as part of the planned works department
• Participation on the out of hours service

Plumber at Magna housing (2004-01 – 2005-12)

• Labouring and void clearance
• Plumbing

Property Developer at Self Employed (1998-01 – 2004-12)

• Self-built bespoke property's
• Conversions and renovations
• Excavations and groundworks

General builder at Self Employed (1994-01 – 1998-12)

• general building work
• extensions and renovations
• domestic plumbing
• roofing

Apprentice Plumber & Heating engineer (1991-01 – 1994-12)

NVQ plumbing and heating in Plumbing and Heating – Weymouth college (1991-01 – 1992-12)

GCSEs – Wey valley school (1986-01 – 1991-12)