Housing Standards Officer

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership; Boston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail, holiday and leisure discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Flu jabs

Eye Test voucher

Flexible Working Policy

Agile Working Policy

Car mileage reimbursement

Career progression and training

Job summary

Boston Borough Council is seeking a proactive Housing Standards Officer to improve housing conditions and protect residents in the Borough. The role involves inspections, licensing, and enforcement to ensure landlords meet private rented sector responsibilities. BPSS and Basic Disclosure checks are likely requirements.

The position offers variety, purpose and the chance to develop a meaningful career within a supportive team, contributing to safer homes and stronger communities.

Qualifications

• Experience working within housing or a related field.
• Professional, calm and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organisational, written and IT skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop expertise.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based property inspections and identify housing hazards per HHSRS.
• Regulate HMOs, working with landlords and managing agents to achieve compliance.
• Process HMO licence applications.
• Undertake immigration and Ukraine accommodation inspections.
• Bring empty properties back into use within the Borough.
• Compile evidence and documents to support enforcement actions and court proceedings.

Job description

Ready to Make a Real Difference? Join Our Housing Standards Team!

Boston Borough Council is looking for a passionate and proactive Housing Standards Officer to help shape the quality of housing across the Borough.

Are you ready for your next challenge? Do you want a role where every day brings variety, purpose, and the opportunity to improve people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Housing Standards Officer, you'll play a vital role in protecting residents, improving housing conditions, and ensuring landlords meet their responsibilities within the private rented sector. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive team while making a tangible difference in local communities.

A Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS check) in addition to a Basic Disclosure (DBS check) is a likely requirement of this role.

Job Overview

No two days are the same in this rewarding role. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting risk-based property inspections and identifying housing hazards in accordance with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Investigating and regulating Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), working closely with landlords and managing agents to achieve compliance.
• Processing HMO licence applications.
• Undertaking Immigration and Homes for Ukraine accommodation inspections.
• Bringing empty properties back into use across the Borough.
• Gathering evidence and preparing documentation to support enforcement action where necessary.
• Preparing professional evidence bundles for court proceedings and legal action.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable and committed to delivering excellent outcomes.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience working within housing or a related field.
• A professional, calm and positive approach.
• The ability to balance empathy with objectivity.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong organisational, written and IT skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The confidence to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and build your expertise.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to build a rewarding career in a role where your work directly improves homes, communities and lives.

If you’re someone who thrives on new challenges, embraces change, and enjoys working in a varied and meaningful role, we’d be excited to welcome you to our team.

Interested? Let’s Talk

For an informal and confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity, please contact:

Ian Grimwood
Senior Housing Standards Officer
01205 314559 / 07929 356545
[e-mail]

or

Luke Settle
Housing Standards Team Leader
01205 314560 / 07767 643719
[e-mail]

BENEFITS: We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life
• Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Flu Jabs
• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Car mileage reimbursement*
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities
• Long Service Recognition*
• Salary sacrifice car scheme roles over 33k*

*Certain restrictions may apply

ABOUT US: Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.