Compliance Officer (Housing Standards)

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts & salary sacrifice per

Free parking & confidential wellbeing

Job summary

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking a Compliance Officer for the Housing Standards team. The role involves investigating housing disrepair, inspecting privately rented homes and HMOs, and coordinating with landlords and tenants to secure improvements and take enforcement action where necessary.

It's a hands-on role requiring a mix of housing knowledge, investigation, negotiation and enforcement to improve the safety and quality of homes across the borough.

Responsibilities

• Investigate housing disrepair and inspect privately rented homes and HMOs.
• Work with landlords and tenants to secure improvements and take enforcement action when needed.

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.

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.