Housing Safety Enforcement Officer

Randstad CPE; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company in the UK is seeking a Housing Safety Enforcement Officer to conduct inspections of residential properties, ensuring compliance under housing standards. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of HHSRS and proven experience in housing inspections. This temporary role offers a rate of £45-55 per hour, with weekly pay and a possible extension after an initial 3-month duration.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in conducting housing inspections and enforcing housing standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound judgments independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of residential properties to assess for potential hazards.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of inspections.
• Issue enforcement notices when necessary.

Skills

Understanding of HHSRS

Conducting housing inspections

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Job title: Housing Safety Enforcement Officer

Rate: £45-55 an hour, weekly pay

Contract: Temporary, 3 month initial duration, possible extension for 3 month rolling basis onwards.

Location: Carlisle, Cumbria

IR35 Determination: Outside of scope. Does not apply.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of residential properties to assess for potential hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Determine risk levels and appropriate enforcement action.
• Work closely with landlords and tenants to achieve compliance, offering advice and guidance as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of inspections and enforcement actions.
• Issue enforcement notices, including improvement notices and prohibition orders, when necessary.
• Collaborate with other agencies, including Environmental Health and Fire Safety, to address complex cases and ensure resident safety.
• Stay up-to-date on current legislation and best practices in housing safety.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience in conducting housing inspections and enforcing housing standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound judgements independently.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent record‑keeping abilities.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.