Private Sector Housing Officer

Oyster Partnership; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional housing authority in Birmingham is seeking a motivated Private Sector Housing Officer to ensure fire safety compliance in high-rise and medium-rise residential buildings. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of housing legislation and regulations, with experience in inspections and enforcement. Responsibilities include conducting fire safety inspections, assessing compliance, and preparing legal documentation. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience and is a crucial part of the authority's housing safety programme.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, HHSRS, and fire safety regulations.
• Experience in inspecting high‑rise and medium‑rise residential buildings.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake fire safety inspections of residential properties.
• Assess compliance with the Housing Act 2004.
• Prepare inspection reports and draft notices.

Skills

Knowledge of housing legislation

Fire safety regulations

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Ability to manage caseload

Job description

Job Title: Private Sector Housing Officer – High‑Rise & Medium‑Rise Fire Safety

Employer: Local Authority (West Midlands)

Contract Type: 3‑month Contract (with potential extension)

Location: Apply for detail

Salary/Rate: £40+, Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

An anonymous local authority in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced and motivated Private Sector Housing Officer to join their Housing and Environmental Health team. This is a vital role focused on ensuring fire safety compliance in high‑rise and medium‑rise residential buildings, protecting residents, and supporting the authority’s housing safety programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake fire safety inspections of high‑rise and medium‑rise residential properties.
• Assess compliance with the Housing Act 2004, HHSRS, and relevant fire safety legislation.
• Work closely with building owners, managing agents, and residents to ensure remedial actions are implemented.
• Investigate complaints and service requests relating to fire safety and housing standards.
• Prepare inspection reports, draft notices, and schedules of defects, specifying remedial works where required.
• Collaborate with the legal team to prepare evidence, witness statements, and support enforcement proceedings.
• Provide specialist advice to stakeholders, including emergency services and partner organisations.
• Represent the authority at internal and external meetings, speaking on behalf of the housing team.
• Ensure all data is accurate, reliable, and compliant with the authority’s Data Quality Policy.

About You

• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, HHSRS, and fire safety regulations.
• Experience in inspecting high‑rise and medium‑rise residential buildings.
• Proven background in enforcement and housing standards compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
• Confidence in preparing legal documentation and representing the authority in proceedings.

If this role feels like the right next step for you, please submit your application ASAP to be considered.

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