Torridge District Council
Location: Torridge, Devon (EX39 2QG)
Contract: Interim / Contract
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office
Hours: 37 hours per week
Rate: Please submit CV with required rate
Requirement: Access to own vehicle essential
About the Role
We are currently recruiting an experienced Housing Standards Officer to support Torridge District Council. This is a hybrid role requiring regular site visits, enforcement activity, and collaboration with housing and renewal teams to ensure compliance with housing legislation and standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out regular site visits and property inspections across the district
* Mentor and support Housing Standards / Renewal Officers, contributing to high-quality investigative and enforcement work
* Investigate housing complaints and assess landlord compliance with relevant housing legislation
* Advise tenants, landlords, and stakeholders on housing rights and available remedies
* Undertake Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessments to identify hazards and enforcement requirements
* Assess and enforce mandatory HMO licensing, empty homes standards, and disrepair cases
* Gather evidence, conduct PACE interviews, and prepare comprehensive legal enforcement files
* Apply the Council’s enforcement policy consistently and proportionately
* Prepare and execute enforcement actions including:
* Improvement Notices
* Prohibition Orders
* Civil Penalties
* Prosecutions
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience in housing standards enforcement within a local authority
* Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, HHSRS, and HMO licensing
* Experience preparing legal files and undertaking enforcement action
* Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle