We're recruiting an experienced and motivated Private Sector Housing Officer to join a proactive housing team delivering high standards of private sector regulation and enforcement. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with experience in housing inspections, environmental health, or property compliance to make a direct impact on improving housing conditions and protecting residents in the private rented sector.

You'll play a key role in ensuring homes across the borough are safe, well-maintained, and compliant with legal and regulatory standards. Working across a varied caseload, you'll investigate complaints, inspect properties, enforce housing standards, and work closely with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

The role will require the successful candidates to be in the office / site 3 days a week and have access to vehicle.

The Role
·Carry out property inspections under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to assess and address hazards.
·Investigate housing complaints, illegal evictions, and harassment cases, ensuring compliance with housing and environmental health legislation.
·Undertake inspections of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and caravan sites, ensuring adherence to licensing and safety requirements.
·Prepare statutory notices, reports, and evidence for enforcement action, including representing the council in court proceedings.
·Liaise with landlords, tenants, and managing agents to negotiate practical solutions and secure compliance.
·Support the delivery of energy efficiency programmes and initiatives to improve housing conditions.
·Maintain accurate case records and contribute to performance reporting and service planning.
·Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners including Social Services, the Fire Authority, and Health Services.
·Provide technical advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders on housing standards and best practice.

Key Requirements
·Proven experience in private sector housing inspections and regulation.
·Good working knowledge of housing, environmental health, and landlord-tenant legislation.
·HHSRS training or qualification in Environmental Health (degree or equivalent) is desirable.
·Experience in conducting investigations, preparing statutory notices, and handling enforcement cases.
·Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies.
·Excellent organisational and analytical skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise competing demands.
·Confident preparing reports and presenting evidence in legal or formal settings.
·A positive, flexible approach to problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
·Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.
·Willingness to occasionally work outside normal office hours when required.

What You Need to Do Now
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today.

If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful.

Footnote
If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status.
Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing and environmental health professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market.
For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on 02393 876065.
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