Role Overview
To carry out all aspects of Housing Regulation in accordance with the legislation, including Licensing HMOs, private sector housing disrepair complaints and enforcement against landlords who haven’t complied with the requirements of the Selective Licensing Scheme.
Key Responsibilities
* To be part of the team in delivering an effective Private Sector Housing Enforcement Service
* To undertake detailed inspections of properties in accordance with the Housing Act 2004
* To take the necessary and appropriate legal action and if necessary prepare files for court or issue Civil Penalty Notices
* To work with tenants, including vulnerable and hard‑to‑engage groups on issues affecting their lives and make appropriate referrals to other agencies to get the help they need
* To prepare and present detailed technical reports as required for licensed landlords/agents, senior managers and elected members of the Council as and when required
Key Requirements
* An approved degree standard qualification in Building Surveying, Construction Management or Construction / Property related discipline or other professional qualification related to housing or a relevant discipline
* Experience in Private Sector Housing Enforcement, including experience of carrying technical inspections, producing reports and enforcement under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing and Planning Act 2016
* Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to engage clearly and effectively with a wide range of contractors, partners, individuals and vulnerable groups
* Experience in implementing the Housing Health and Safety Rating System
Benefits Package
* 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10 years’ service
* The option to purchase additional annual leave
* An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions
* Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
* Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating, travel, motoring and more
* Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work
* Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support
* Staff recognition and celebration events
* Peer support groups
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