Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer

Connect2Luton; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in England is looking for a Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer to supervise lower-grade officers and oversee housing inspections. The role involves identifying unlicensed houses and ensuring compliance with housing standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in environmental health, supervisory skills, and hold a relevant qualification. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in public sector housing enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor lower-grade officers while developing procedures.
• Inspect dwellings and ensure compliance with housing regulations.
• Prepare prosecution cases and present evidence in court.
• Investigate service requests and instigate regulatory action.
• Represent the Council at meetings and engage with stakeholders.
• Lead specific projects to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Environmental Health expertise

Supervisory management

Consultation and negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Time management

Knowledge of building construction

Familiarity with enforcement procedures

Relevant experience

Registered Environmental Health professional

Education

Degree or diploma in Environmental Health

Job description

Overview

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council.

Main purpose of position: Supervise lower grade officers, inspect dwellings, identify unlicensed houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and undertake enforcement work for private sector housing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, provide specialist advice to and oversee the work of lower grade officers, including 1‑2‑1s and check‑ins, providing appropriate training and mentoring. Develop procedures and guidance documents and deputise for Senior staff during periods of absence.
• Inspect dwellings and houses in multiple occupation in accordance with current legislation (Housing Act 2004, HHSRS, the Decent Homes Standard, and HMO Regulations), taking enforcement action for non‑compliance, including complex preparatory work, inspecting and certifying works in default, resolving disputes and undertaking associated technical and financial work including arranging interim and final stage payments.
• Prepare cases for prosecution and present evidence in court and Residential Property Tribunals.
• Investigate complex service requests concerning premises and persons, instigate action in accordance with regulation, including consultation with professionals, Departments and Agencies.
• Attend and represent the Department/Council at a range of Council meetings, working parties, Appeals, Tribunals and County Court appearances, engaging the public, public bodies, businesses and other Agencies.
• As directed and supported by the Team Manager, take the role of Lead Officer on specific projects to improve service delivery.

Skills & Experience

• In‑depth experience of working within an Environmental Health (Private Sector Housing) Rogue Landlord role.
• Experience of supervisory management within the relevant service area.
• Able to consult, negotiate, persuade, influence and present to a wide range of professionals and members of the public.
• Able to analyse complex situations (e.g., inspect and measure premises, evaluate building tenders, compile evidence and witness statements).
• Able to produce written reports incorporating professional recommendations and judgements.
• Able to plan and organise own and others' workload to meet deadlines, demonstrating effective time management and ability to work within a team.
• In‑depth knowledge of building construction and building services.
• In‑depth knowledge of local authority enforcement procedures.
• Equivalent relevant experience.
• Registered by the Environmental Health Officers' Registration Board as an EHO, EHP or CEHP and holding a degree or diploma in Environmental Health.

About Us

Luton Borough Council has partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment‑managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract and interim roles at the Council. We are a local‑government‑owned organisation with deep expertise in the public sector.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.