Housing Standards Officer

POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL; Llanfaredd; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Llanfaredd seeks a dedicated professional to ensure homes meet safe and decent standards by complying with housing legislation. In this role, you will investigate complaints, advise residents on funding options, and manage housing improvement projects to guarantee compliance and sustainability. The ideal candidate should possess a strong knowledge of asset management, housing law, and quality assurance, along with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Applications in Welsh or English are welcome.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of housing legislation and health & safety compliance.
• Expertise in contract administration and quality assurance.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure homes meet safe, decent standards and comply with legislation.
• Investigate housing complaints and monitor compliance.
• Advise on grants, loans, and housing improvement options.

Skills

Knowledge of asset management

Understanding of housing legislation

Expertise in contract administration

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job description

Ensure homes across Powys meet safe, decent standards by complying with housing, environmental, and public health legislation. Work collaboratively with Housing Services to deliver aids, adaptations, and grants, including Disabled Facilities Grants and home improvement loans. Liaise with Occupational Therapy, contractors, and housing officers. Support housing renewal and enforcement policies, elevate poor conditions, and contribute to business planning. Follow council policies and legislation to deliver sustainable home improvements for eligible clients.

About you

• Knowledge of asset management and diverse construction methods.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation and health & safety compliance.
• Expertise in contract administration and quality assurance.
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and housing renewal initiatives.

What you will do

• Ensure homes meet safe, decent standards and comply with housing, environmental, and public health legislation.
• Investigate housing complaints, carry out property surveys using HH&SRS, and monitor compliance.
• Advise residents, landlords, and property owners on grants, loans, and housing improvement options.
• Make informed decisions on awarding financial assistance in line with Council policy.
• Manage and monitor housing improvement projects, ensuring value for money and regulatory compliance.
• Provide a full technical service for adaptations, grants, and enforcement, liaising with clients, contractors, and agencies from start to completion.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact.

Powys County Council welcomes applications in either Welsh or English, an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.