Principle Housing Standards and Assistance Officer – BF4972

Buckingham Futures; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority recruitment partner is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer in England. This role is pivotal for ensuring housing safety, compliance, and enforcement within the private sector. Responsibilities include investigating housing complaints, conducting inspections, performing detailed HHSRS assessments, and advising landlords and tenants. Applicants should have a deep understanding of relevant housing laws and possess required qualifications. A flexible contract with standard office hours and fieldwork is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting residential and multi-occupied properties, including fire safety compliance.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and housing standards.

Responsibilities

• Investigate private sector housing complaints from tenants or residents.
• Inspect residential properties, including HMOs, assessing compliance with standards.
• Conduct detailed HHSRS assessments for various hazards.
• Provide guidance to landlords and tenants regarding legal obligations.
• Take enforcement action where necessary and maintain records.
• Collaborate with teams and agencies for complex cases.
• Contribute to housing policy improvements.

Skills

Deep knowledge of Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)

Strong understanding of the Housing Act 2004

Organisational skills

Report-writing skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Relevant degree or professional membership (CIEH, RICS, CIH)

HHSRS qualification

Job description

Buckingham Futures is partnering with a Local Authority in South East England to recruit experiencedPrivate Sector Housing Officers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on housing safety, compliance, and enforcement in the private sector.

Key Details

• Contract: Flexible duration (initial details to be discussed)
• Working pattern: Standard office hours with fieldwork and inspections
• Travel: Access to a car is essential for visiting multiple sites

Responsibilities

• Investigate private sector housing complaints from tenants or residents
• Inspect residential properties, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), assessing compliance with health, safety, and housing standards
• Conduct detailedHHSRSassessments for hazards such as fire risk, overcrowding, damp, sanitation issues, and structural defects
• Provide guidance to landlords and tenants regarding their legal obligations
• Take enforcement action where necessary, including serving notices or escalating to court
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely records of inspections and enforcement actions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies for complex cases
• Contribute to housing policy and procedural improvements

Requirements

• Deep knowledge ofHousing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
• Strong understanding of theHousing Act 2004
• Experience inspecting residential and multi-occupied properties, including fire safety compliance
• Relevant degree or professional membership (CIEH, RICS, CIH)
• HHSRS qualification essential
• Strong organisational, report‑writing, and decision‑making skills

Contact

020 8125 4321

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