Inspection Team Leader

Thurrock Council; Grays; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking an Inspection Team Leader to oversee housing enforcement and inspections. The role requires proven experience in property inspection and a thorough understanding of housing legislation. Responsibilities include leading a team, reviewing inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits including a generous leave entitlement and professional development opportunities. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in housing enforcement, property inspection, or environmental health.
• A good understanding of the Housing Act 2004 and related legislation.
• A commitment to improving housing quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of inspection officers, providing guidance and supervision.
• Oversee licence applications and enforcement activity.
• Review property inspections and ensure robust reporting.

Skills

Housing enforcement

Property inspection

Environmental health

Communication skills

Understanding of Housing Act 2004

Education

Certificate in Housing Health Safety Rating System

Full Driving Licence valid in the UK

Job description

Inspection Team Leader

Salary: 45624 - 52038 per annum

Grade: F

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Number of Positions: 2

About the Department

The Selective Licensing Team is part of the Private Housing Service within Community Protection & Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our mission is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe well‑managed and compliant with legal standards. We work collaboratively with landlords tenants and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and safeguard residents

About the Role

• Lead a team of inspection officers offering guidance support supervision and quality assurance.
• Oversee licence applications complex cases enforcement activity (notices civil penalties RROs banning orders etc.).
• Review property inspections complaints and casework making sure reports and decisions are robust.
• Deputise for the service manager if required; report on performance and outcomes to senior management.
• Ensure the team responds to legislative changes and best practice.
• Engage with landlords agents tenants Solictors / Legal etc. to resolve disputes promote compliance and support landlord forums

WhatWereLooking For

• Proven experience in housing enforcement property inspection or environmental health.
• A good understanding of the Housing Act 2004 particularly Parts 14 and related legislation such as the ASB Crime and Policing Act 2014 and Environmental Protection Act 1990.
• Completed Housing Health Safety Rating System certificate
• Experience of managing or supervising staff with a focus on performance and professional development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to handle challenging conversations professionally.
• The ability to interpret housing standards and regulatory requirements accurately.
• A commitment to improving housing quality and protecting residents from poor housing conditions.

DBS Check: Standard

Essential Qualifications

• Certificate in Housing Health Safety Rating System
• Full Driving Licence that is valid in the UK and access to a Vehicle.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employeeassistanceprogramme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

Closing Date: 26/11/2025

Interview Date: TBC

Additional Information

For further details please contact: Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about the role please contact Dulal Ahmed PRS Regulation Manager at

Key Skills: Hyperion,Acquisition,Asset,ABAP,Basic,Activex

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary Salary: 45624 - 52038