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Private Housing Standards Officer

Job Posted: 5 hours ago

Salary: £ 31 - 31 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: West London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Private Housing Standards Officer
Location: West London
Rate: £31 per hour Umbrella
Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Working Pattern: 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote
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Key Responsibilities
Investigate complaints relating to poor housing conditions within the private rented sector.
Conduct property inspections and assess hazards using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
Investigate reports of sub-standard Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
Undertake HMO licensing inspections and compliance assessments.
Advise landlords, managing agents and tenants on housing standards and legal requirements.
Prepare schedules of work and negotiate improvements with property owners.
Take informal and formal enforcement action where necessary.
Draft and serve statutory notices in accordance with the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation.
Monitor compliance with enforcement actions and undertake follow-up inspections.
Support policy development and initiatives aimed at improving housing standards across the borough.
Maintain accurate records and prepare detailed reports and case files.Essential Experience
We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in:

Private Sector Housing Enforcement.
HMO Licensing and Regulation.
Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
Investigating poor living standards and housing condition complaints.
Housing Act 2004 enforcement.
Environmental Health or Housing Standards functions within a local authority setting.
Preparing and serving statutory notices and enforcement documentation.
Managing complex housing enforcement cases from investigation through to resolution.Knowledge & Skills
Strong understanding of the Housing Act 2004 and associated housing legislation.
Knowledge of HMO licensing regulations and management standards.
Experience applying HHSRS assessments in residential properties.
Excellent investigative and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
Ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.
Competent report writing and case management skills.
Do you have experience in HMO licensing, poor living standards investigations, HHSRS assessments and Environmental Health?If so, we'd love to hear from you

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