The Selective Licensing Team sits in the Private Housing Service within Community Protection & Enforcement Services at Thurrock Council. Our goal is to ensure that private rented housing across the borough is safe, well‑managed, and compliant with legal standards. We work closely with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies to improve housing conditions and protect residents. As a Licensing Breach Officer, you will play a key role in delivering our licensing schemes and supporting our commitment to raising housing standards.
Responsibilities
* Monitor compliance with property licence conditions through audits, inspections, and document reviews.
* Investigate breaches such as overcrowding, substandard property conditions, and poor management practices.
* Issue formal notices and assist in preparing enforcement actions.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to performance monitoring.
* Support engagement initiatives including landlord forums and awareness sessions.
Qualifications
* Knowledge of property licensing and housing enforcement.
* Experience in regulatory compliance, inspections, or case management.
* Strong analytical skills to assess evidence and follow due process.
* Educated to A-level standard or equivalent.
* Excellent interpersonal and IT skills.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave entitlement.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable).
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
* Staff discounts and local offers.
* A supportive and inclusive working environment.
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