Environmental Health Officer – Private Housing Enforcement

Ciwmjobs; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 137,760,000 - 176,333,000; Part time

Job summary

Ciwmjobs is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer for Private Sector Housing in Maidenhead, Berkshire. This role leads housing regulation enforcement, criminal investigations, and legal casework to raise housing standards and protect tenants.

The position involves managing enforcement actions, preparing reports, and representing the Council in court. Working pattern is 3 days per week in the office, with a competitive hourly rate of £55.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in housing enforcement, environmental health, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation including the Housing Act 2004.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex criminal investigations involving multiple offences and interview suspects under caution.
• Prepare detailed reports, witness statements, and legal correspondence.
• Compile prosecution and civil enforcement files per procedures; refer cases to Legal Services as needed.
• Represent the Council at Magistrates’ Court and Tribunal (Property Chamber).
• Lead on enforcement of housing standards (HMO and Caravan Site Licensing).
• Investigate and enforce breaches of housing legislation including Renters Rights Act 2025.

Skills

Investigations

Legal casework

Housing enforcement

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Ciwmjobs is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer for Private Sector Housing in Maidenhead, Berkshire. This role leads housing regulation enforcement, criminal investigations, and legal casework to raise housing standards and protect tenants.

The position involves managing enforcement actions, preparing reports, and representing the Council in court. Working pattern is 3 days per week in the office, with a competitive hourly rate of £55.