Principal Environmental Health Officer (DFG/General Housing Complaints)

Buckingham Futures; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the South West is seeking a Disabled Facilities Grants/Private Sector Housing Officer to lead the delivery of grants and manage housing condition complaints. Applicants should have significant experience in local authority roles and knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants. This hybrid position requires both independent work and collaboration with partners.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Private Sector Housing Officer role within a local authority.
• Up-to-date practical knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants.
• Experience in housing health and safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants.
• Investigate and manage housing condition complaints.
• Conduct Housing Health and Safety Rating System assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Report-writing skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Buckingham Futuresare currently recruiting for aDisabled Facilities Grants/ Private Sector Housing Officerto join a local authority in the South West of England.

Role Overview:

• Lead delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants (a comprehensive and current knowledge of the process is essential).
• Investigate and manage housing condition complaints in the private sector.
• Conduct Housing Health and Safety Rating System assessments and carry out enforcement where necessary.
• Work closely with contractors, partner agencies, and internal teams to deliver high-quality housing services.
• Contribute to wider private sector housing responsibilities as required.

Working Pattern:

• Hybrid role with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote per week.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in a Private Sector Housing Officer role within a local authority.
• Up-to-date practical knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants.
• Experience in housing health and safety assessments.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification is desirable.

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