Housing Enforcement Officer

SOLOS Consultants Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLOS Consultants Ltd. is seeking an experienced Housing Enforcement Officer for an initial 3-month contract in Hackney, East London. The role is hybrid, with 2 days in the office, and involves enforcing housing standards in the private sector.

Strong knowledge of Housing Act 2004, HHSRS assessments, and enforcement actions is essential. Degree in Environmental Health and HHSRS training are required; good communication and independent workload management are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Environmental Health and HHSRS assessor training.
• Experience in Private Sector Housing or Environmental Health.
• Experience inspecting properties and conducting HHSRS assessments.
• Knowledge of Housing Act 2004 and housing legislation.
• Experience preparing or serving statutory enforcement notices.

Responsibilities

• Undertake property inspections and investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions within the private rented sector.
• Carry out HHSRS assessments and identify Category 1 and 2 hazards.
• Investigate breaches of housing legislation and take enforcement action.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices, including Improvement Notices and Prohibition Orders.
• Investigate and enforce licensing requirements for HMO and private rented properties.
• Monitor landlord and agent compliance with licensing conditions.
• Prepare enforcement reports and documentation for penalties, prosecutions, and tribunals.
• Investigate cases under Housing Act 2004 and related provisions.
• Provide advice to landlords, tenants and stakeholders.
• Support Disabled Facilities Grants and minor adaptations when required.

Skills

Property inspections

HHSRS assessments

Housing Act 2004 knowledge

Enforcement actions

HMO licensing knowledge

Communication skills

Independent workload management

Education

Environmental Health degree or equivalent

HHSRS assessor training

Job description

Housing Enforcement Officer

Location: Hackney, East London (E8)

Contract: 3 months (initial contract)

Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days in the office

Pay: £22.24-£27.05 per hour PAYE

Umbrella: £29.97-£36.45 per hour

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a busy local authority Housing team on an initial 3-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a housing or environmental health professional with strong private sector housing enforcement experience to make a real difference to residents' lives by improving housing conditions, tackling poor property management and ensuring landlords meet their legal obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake property inspections and investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions within the private rented sector.
• Carry out Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessments and identify Category 1 and Category 2 hazards.
• Investigate breaches of housing legislation and take appropriate enforcement action.
• Prepare and serve statutory notices, including Improvement Notices and Prohibition Orders.
• Investigate and enforce HMO, selective and additional property licensing requirements.
• Monitor landlord and managing agent compliance with statutory obligations and licensing conditions.
• Prepare enforcement reports, evidence and documentation for civil penalties, prosecutions and tribunal proceedings.
• Investigate cases under the Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016 and relevant provisions of the Renters' Rights Act 2025.
• Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants and other stakeholders.
• Support the administration of Disabled Facilities Grants and minor adaptations where required.

Essential Experience and Skills

We are particularly interested in candidates who have:

• Previous experience within Private Sector Housing, Housing Enforcement or Environmental Health.
• Practical experience undertaking property inspections and HHSRS assessments.
• Strong knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and relevant housing legislation.
• Experience investigating housing complaints and dealing with non-compliant landlords.
• Experience preparing or serving statutory enforcement notices.
• Knowledge of HMO licensing and private rented sector regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage a busy caseload and work independently.

Qualifications: A degree or diploma in Environmental Health, or an equivalent housing-related qualification, together with recognised HHSRS assessor training.

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rates.
• Initial 3-month contract.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work within a London local authority.
• Meaningful work improving housing standards and protecting private sector tenants.