Housing Compliance & Enforcement Officer

Oldham; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

LGPS pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Staff discount scheme

Salary sacrifice (home/electronics)

Wellbeing support

Staff recognition events

Peer support groups

Job summary

Oldham Council is seeking a Housing Technical Officer to lead enforcement for Private Sector Housing, including HMOs licensing and disrepair issues. You will inspect properties under the Housing Act 2004 and pursue appropriate legal actions when necessary.

You will work with tenants, safeguarding vulnerable groups and coordinating with other agencies to secure appropriate support and enforcement outcomes. A degree in Building Surveying or related discipline is required, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in housing/related discipline.
• Experience in Private Sector Housing Enforcement and Housing Act 2004/2016 enforcement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Private Sector Housing Enforcement services.
• Carry out detailed property inspections under Housing Act 2004.
• Prepare files for court or issue Civil Penalty Notices when required.
• Engage with tenants, including vulnerable groups, and make referrals.
• Prepare and present technical reports for landlords/agents, managers and elected members.

Skills

Relevant housing enforcement

Strong communication

Legal enforcement knowledge

Housing Health and Safety Rating Sys (

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or Construction/Property discipline

Job description

Oldham Council is seeking a Housing Technical Officer to lead enforcement for Private Sector Housing, including HMOs licensing and disrepair issues. You will inspect properties under the Housing Act 2004 and pursue appropriate legal actions when necessary.

You will work with tenants, safeguarding vulnerable groups and coordinating with other agencies to secure appropriate support and enforcement outcomes. A degree in Building Surveying or related discipline is required, with strong communication