Private Sector Housing Officer
Surrey Local Authority
A Local Authority in Surrey is looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their busy and supportive team.
Contract Details:
3-month initial contract (with potential for extension)
£55 per hour (Inside IR35)
2 days per week in the office, with the remainder remoteThis is a solid opportunity to join a well-established team managing a varied private sector caseload, with a strong focus on enforcement and improving housing standards.
The Role
You will be responsible for managing a diverse workload across the private rented sector, with duties including:
Carrying out property inspections across the borough
* Investigating housing disrepair, hazards, and tenant complaints
* Assessing properties using HHSRS
* Undertaking enforcement action in line with the Housing Act 2004
* Drafting and serving statutory notices
* Issuing Civil Penalties and progressing enforcement cases
* Handling HMO inspections and supporting licensing compliance
* Liaising with landlords, tenants, and internal stakeholders
* Preparing case files and supporting legal proceedings where requiredThis role would suit a Private Sector Housing Officer confident managing inspections, complaints, and enforcement cases within a Local Authority setting.
About You
To be considered, you should have:
Proven experience working as a Private Sector Housing Officer or within Housing Enforcement
* Strong knowledge of Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS
* Experience issuing notices, civil penalties, or taking enforcement action
* Ability to manage your own caseload effectively
* Strong communication skills when dealing with landlords, tenants, and stakeholdersIf you're interested in discussing this opportunity further, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.
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