We have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join Torbay Council’s Housing Standards and Environmental Protection team as an Environmental Health Officer/Housing Specialist (Housing Standards Supervisor). By delivering a full range of Housing interventions, as described in the Job Description, you will contribute to making Torbay a healthy, happy and prosperous place for all.
You will be working with a dedicated and passionate team that is committed to protecting the health, safety and welfare of Torbay’s residents.
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
Department: Adults & Community Services
Location: Torbay Council
Compensation: £47,181 - £50,269 / year
This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.
Not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Skills
* Effective organisational ability.
* Ability to see tasks through to a successful conclusion to ensure objectives and deadlines are met.
* Able to present verbal and written information clearly and concisely.
* Diplomatic and persuasive.
* Problem solving skills.
* Ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English (Immigration Act 2016 – part 7).
Knowledge
* Up-to-date knowledge of housing legislation.
* A broad understanding of the role the private rented sector plays in meeting housing need.
* Working knowledge of housing standards, inspection techniques, notice preparation and enforcement.
* Working knowledge of HMO licensing schemes.
Experience & Qualifications
* Able to demonstrate effective work programme delivery through coordination of work.
* Experience of property inspection and the preparation of schedules of work.
* Degree/Diploma in Environmental Health (or alternative relevant qualification).
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