Housing Enforcement Officer

Carrington West; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Lincolnshire is seeking an experienced Housing Enforcement Officer to enhance housing standards and safeguard public health across the district. The role involves investigating poor housing condition complaints and conducting inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System. You will also oversee licensing processes for Houses in Multiple Occupation and take necessary enforcement actions. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact within the housing enforcement team.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing enforcement and related legal matters.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills.
• Ability to produce detailed reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints related to poor housing conditions.
• Conduct inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
• Administer license applications and monitor compliance.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housing Enforcement Officer to join a local authority in Lincolnshire, helping to improve housing standards and protect public health across the district.

In this role, you will investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions across a range of property types, including single dwellings, Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and mobile homes. You will carry out inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), identifying and assessing hazards, producing detailed records, schedules of works, reports, notices and correspondence.

You will also inspect HMOs and properties within selective licensing areas to determine their suitability for licensing, administer licence applications, monitor compliance with licence conditions and investigate suspected unlicensed properties. The role includes taking appropriate informal and formal enforcement action, gathering evidence in line with PACE, and conducting interviews under caution where required.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact within a public sector housing enforcement team.

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