Private Sector Housing Officer

Park Avenue Recruitment; Mid Suffolk; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Avenue Recruitment is sourcing an experienced housing professional for a council in Suffolk to join the Environmental Health team. You will investigate housing complaints, carry out HHSRS inspections, and enforce housing legislation to improve standards for residents.

You will support the Renters' Rights Act implementation, advise tenants and landlords, and maintain accurate case records while coordinating with partners to drive positive housing outcomes in a busy public sector environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, and Local Government.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and the HHSRS.
• Experience inspecting private rental properties for compliance.
• Ability to prepare enforcement notices and maintain case records.
• Strong report writing and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate housing complaints and carry out HHSRS inspections.
• Enforce housing legislation through informal and formal action.
• Inspect private rented properties for compliance with housing standards.
• Advise tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare enforcement notices and maintain accurate case records.
• Support HMO licensing and regulatory compliance.
• Work with partners to improve housing conditions and protect residents.

Skills

Private Sector Housing

Environmental Health

Local Government

Housing Legislation

HHSRS

Inspection

Report Writing

Enforcement

Job description

Suffolk
£50-£55
6 month initial contract

Ready for your next challenge in Private Sector Housing? A council in Suffolk are looking for an experienced housing professional to join their Environmental Health team and help deliver a vital frontline service, supporting residents and improving housing standards across the community.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring residents have access to safe, healthy and well-managed homes. Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll help deliver a responsive housnig service at a busy time following the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate housing complaints and carry out HHSRS inspections.


• Enforce housing legislation through informal and formal action.


• Inspect private rented properties for compliance with housing standards.


• Advise tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders.


• Prepare enforcement notices and maintain accurate case records.


• Support HMO licensing and regulatory compliance.


• Work with partners to improve housing conditions and protect residents.

About you:

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, and working in Local Government.


• Sound knowledge of housing legislation and the HHSRS.


• Practical experience in carrying out inspections for both disrepair and property licensing


• Experience in report writing and enforcement of Housing Act 2004.


• Able to build effective relationships with tenants, landlords, and partners.


• Well-organised, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.


• Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision

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