I am currently assisting my client, to identify a Private Sector Housing Officer to join their team on a 6-month contract, to carry out enforcement action, HHSRS inspections and HMO Licensing
Private Sector Housing Officer
Contract: 6 months
Rate: £40.00 per hour
Hours: Full time
Location: South West
Key Responsibilities
* Investigate complaints relating to private sector housing and assess landlord compliance with relevant legislation
* Carry out property inspections and undertake Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessments
* Prepare and serve enforcement documentation, including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, and prosecution files
* Provide advice and guidance to tenants and landlords on housing standards, legal rights, remedies, and compliance requirements
* Support and progress cases involving illegal eviction, harassment, and other unlawful landlord practices
* Manage a complex enforcement caseload in accordance with council policy, statutory guidance, and best practice
Essential Requirements
* Vast experience in Private Sector Housing
* Knowledge of housing legislation including Housing Act 2004
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* DBS Check
Feel free to give me a call on (phone number removed) to have a confidential chat regarding this position, or refer someone for this position.
Kind Regards,
Sakaar Lama