Environmental Health Officer: Housing Quality & Safety

Lancaster City Council; Morecambe; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster City Council is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to raise the standard of private housing in Lancaster. You’ll inspect properties, assess hazards, and work with landlords, tenants and agents to promote compliance with housing law.

You’ll manage your own caseload, provide expert advice, prepare reports, support licensing schemes, and represent the council in legal settings. A driving licence is essential as home visits are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK housing law and private sector issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties and promote compliance with housing legislation.
• Manage your own caseload and liaise with landlords, tenants and agents.
• Provide expert advice, prepare reports, support licensing schemes, and represent the council in legal settings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Environmental Health or equivalent experience

Job description

Lancaster City Council is seeking an Environmental Health Officer to raise the standard of private housing in Lancaster. You’ll inspect properties, assess hazards, and work with landlords, tenants and agents to promote compliance with housing law.

You’ll manage your own caseload, provide expert advice, prepare reports, support licensing schemes, and represent the council in legal settings. A driving licence is essential as home visits are part of the role.