Environmental Health Officer

Vox Network Consultants; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Kent is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer to lead housing regulation and standards. The role requires significant knowledge of housing legislation and the ability to develop policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include advising senior management, analyzing data for regulatory strategies, and collaborating with external partners. This is a senior-level role offering a hybrid working pattern with 2–3 days in the office. An ideal candidate will possess relevant professional accreditation and substantial experience in housing disrepair enforcement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Environmental Health Officer with relevant professional accreditation.
• Significant experience in housing standards and disrepair enforcement.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development of housing regulation and standards.
• Prepare the organization for current legislation regarding renters' rights.
• Establish data systems to support decision-making.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Professional accreditation (e.g. EHRB / CIEH)

Job description

Environmental Health Officer – Housing & Regulatory Services

Location: Kent | Contract: Ongoing Temporary Contract | Rate: £36.83 per hour (Umbrella) | Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in the office

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Environmental Health Officer to lead and support the development and delivery of housing regulation, standards, and disrepair responsibilities within a local authority in Kent. This is a senior-level role requiring strong regulatory knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to work across departments and with external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and strengthen the Council’s regulatory responsibilities relating to housing disrepair and housing standards
• Prepare the service and wider organisation for current and forthcoming legislation relating to renters’ rights, including associated guidance and regulatory changes
• Establish, review, and organise data systems, reporting, and analysis to support service delivery and decision-making
• Raise awareness of housing regulation responsibilities with senior management and elected members
• Review, revise, and implement policies, procedures, processes, and operational guidance
• Lead on and support the delivery of housing regulation programmes and policy initiatives
• Represent the authority at partnership meetings, working collaboratively to drive improvements in housing standards and regulatory compliance
• Provide professional advice and leadership across Public Protection and relevant Council departments

Key Requirements

• Qualified Environmental Health Officer with relevant professional accreditation (e.g. EHRB / CIEH)
• Significant experience in housing standards, disrepair, and private sector housing enforcement
• Strong understanding of housing legislation, regulatory frameworks, and upcoming renters’ reform
• Proven experience developing policies, procedures, and service frameworks
• Ability to analyse data and use insight to inform regulatory strategy
• Experience working within a local authority or public sector environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email.