Housing Enforcement Officer

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority in the West of England is seeking a skilled Housing Standards Enforcement Officer for a 6-month contract with potential extension. This role involves conducting thorough inspections of private sector properties and taking necessary actions related to the Housing Act 2004. You will utilize the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to identify breaches and ensure compliance with licensing conditions. If you have relevant experience in a UK Local Authority setting and are passionate about maintaining housing standards, this is an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in Housing Standards Enforcement within a UK Local Authority is essential.
• Preferred qualification in Environmental Health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full inspections of private sector properties.
• Administer and enforce regulations for Houses in Multiple Occupation.

Skills

Housing Standards Enforcement

Environmental Health

Education

Qualification in Environmental Health

Job description

Role: Housing Standards Enforcement Officer

Duration: 6 month contract (potential likelihood of extension)

Location: West of England

A local authority client of mine, based in the West of England, is seeking an experienced Housing Enforcement Officer to join their team for 6 months, with a potential likelihood of extension.

The majority of the work will be to carry out full inspections of private sector properties and undertake appropriate action where necessary. This will be predominately in relation to the Housing Act 2004, utilising the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and licensing conditions to evidence breaches. You will also undertake effective administration and enforcement related to the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

Qualifications: Having a qualification within Environmental Health is preferred but not a necessity.

Important: If you do not have the relevant experience within Housing Standards Enforcement in a UK Local Authority setting, please do not apply, as you will not make the shortlist.

For more details, please call Christin Rabone on 0115 666 6399 or email with an updated CV. Alternatively, if you know someone that may be interested in this role, please feel free to forward it to them.