Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer - Private Sector Housing
?? Kent (Sittingbourne & surrounding areas) | Hybrid Working
?? £40-£50 per hour (Umbrella) - Negotiable
?? 28 hours per week | 9-month ongoing contract
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Housing Environmental Health Officer to join a well-established Local Authority in Kent on an initial 9-month assignment.
This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality Private Sector Housing services, tackling housing standards, disrepair, and improving living conditions across the borough.
The Role
You will lead on the delivery of housing enforcement and improvement functions, managing a varied caseload and supporting junior officers.
Key duties include:
1. Undertaking inspections and assessments of residential properties
2. Enforcing housing legislation including HHSRS and disrepair cases
3. Managing HMO licensing, compliance, and enforcement
4. Investigating complaints and taking appropriate legal action where required
5. Attending court/tribunals as an expert witness
6. Managing empty properties, drainage issues, and environmental concerns
7. Supervising and supporting technical officers
8. Providing expert advice to...