Housing Standards Officer

Sellick Partnership; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Environmental Health Practitioner to manage housing enforcement and licensing operations. The role demands strong leadership, extensive knowledge of housing legislation, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on community housing standards and public health. Competitive hourly rate is £43 for 37 hours a week, based in Grimsby.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in housing enforcement and community-based investigations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of criminal and civil procedures, housing legislation, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational delivery of housing enforcement and licensing functions.
• Conduct inspections across various tenures including HMOs, empty homes, and caravan sites.
• Maintain a caseload of complex cases and lead enforcement actions including issuing notices.

Skills

Housing enforcement

Leadership

Communication skills

Report writing

Conflict resolution

Education

BSc/MSc in Environmental Health or equivalent

Advanced Professional Certificate in the Private Rented Sector

Job description

Senior Environmental Health Practitioner - Housing

Rate: £43 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire

Are you an experienced housing enforcement professional ready to lead a high-performing team and make a real impact in your community? We're looking for a Senior Housing Standards Officer to join our Environmental Health & Housing Team. This is a dynamic leadership role where you'll manage a team of Housing Enforcement and Licensing Officers, mentor trainees and apprentices, and deploy resources using a risk‑based, intelligence‑led approach to improve housing standards, protect public health, and build stronger communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational delivery of housing enforcement and licensing functions.
• Conduct inspections across a range of tenures including HMOs, empty homes, caravan sites, and unauthorised encampments.
• Apply legislation including public health and statutory nuisance powers.
• Maintain a caseload of complex cases and lead enforcement actions including issuing notices, conducting interviews under caution, and preparing legal documentation.
• Promote a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and training.
• Collaborate with other senior officers to support cross‑service initiatives and regulatory projects.

What We're Looking For

• Proven track record in housing enforcement and community‑based investigations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of criminal and civil procedures, housing legislation, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Relevant qualifications such as BSc/MSc in Environmental Health or equivalent, or Advanced Professional Certificate in the Private Rented Sector.
• Ability to work flexibly and independently across multiple sites.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead meaningful change and contribute to safer, healthier housing environments. If you're passionate about enforcement, public health, and community wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.

If you are interested in the role of Senior Environmental Health Officer, please click "apply now" for more information contact Ebony Simpson in the Derby Office.

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