Housing Enforcement Officer — Improve Private Rented Homes

Blackpool Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Council is recruiting experienced Housing Enforcement Officers to join the Public Protection Team. You will carry out property inspections, investigate housing defects and licensing breaches, gather evidence and take enforcement action to secure improvements and raise standards.

With a good working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and associated powers, you will help deliver the Selective Licensing scheme across eight wards in Inner Blackpool, supporting vulnerable tenants and the

Qualifications

• Experience of housing enforcement and knowledge of related powers.
• Good communication and investigative abilities.
• Commitment to improving housing standards and helping vulnerable tenants.
• Team player with proactive problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out property inspections and investigate complaints and licensing breaches.
• Gather evidence and take appropriate enforcement action.
• Support the Housing Enforcement Team to improve housing standards across Blackpool.

Skills

Housing enforcement experience

Communication skills

Investigative skills

Problem solving

Tenant welfare

Job description

Blackpool Council is recruiting experienced Housing Enforcement Officers to join the Public Protection Team. You will carry out property inspections, investigate housing defects and licensing breaches, gather evidence and take enforcement action to secure improvements and raise standards.

With a good working knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and associated powers, you will help deliver the Selective Licensing scheme across eight wards in Inner Blackpool, supporting vulnerable tenants and the