Compliance Officer (Housing Standards)

Telford & Wrekin; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts & salary sacrifice

Free parking & wellbeing support

Job summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking a Compliance Officer for the Housing Standards team to strengthen housing conditions and safety across the borough. The role combines investigation, negotiation and enforcement to secure necessary improvements in homes.

Responsibilities include inspecting rented properties, addressing disrepair, and working with landlords and tenants to safeguard residents. Roles involving children or vulnerable adults may require a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Investigate housing disrepair, inspect privately rented homes and HMOs, work with landlords and tenants to secure improvements, and take enforcement action where necessary.

Job description

Are you passionate about improving housing conditions and protecting residents?

We're looking for a Compliance Officer to join our Housing Standards team. You'll investigate housing disrepair, inspect privately rented homes and HMOs, work with landlords and tenants to secure improvements, and take enforcement action where necessary.

It’s a varied, hands‑on role combining housing knowledge, investigation, negotiation and enforcement, with the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the quality and safety of homes across the borough.

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Candidates who have previously applied for this vacancy need not reapply.

We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas.

Attached documents

3851 Compliance Off Hsg Stds JD.pdf