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Private Sector Housing Officer
Job Posted: a month ago
Salary: £ 45 - 50 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: South West
Expire in: 2 days
Job Description
A local authority in the South West is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support a busy and high-performing housing team on an interim basis.
This is a hands-on, operational role where you will manage a varied caseload across the private rented sector, including enforcement, empty homes work, and improving housing standards across the borough.
The Role
You will play a key part in ensuring housing compliance and driving improvements in property conditions, working across inspections, enforcement, and proactive housing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct property inspections across the private rented sector
* Carry out HHSRS assessments and identify hazards
* Investigate complaints relating to disrepair, overcrowding, and poor housing conditions
* Take formal enforcement action where required (Improvement Notices, Prohibition Orders, etc.)
* Manage and bring empty homes back into use, working with owners to secure occupation
* Support proactive enforcement projects and targeted housing initiatives
* Liaise with landlords, tenants, agents, and internal departments
* Assist with licensing schemes where required (HMO/Selective Licensing)
Requirements
* Previous experience working within a local authority Private Sector Housing team
* Strong working knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004
* Proven experience in enforcement and regulatory action
* Experience dealing with empty homes and bringing properties back into use
* Confident undertaking inspections and managing a complex caseload independently
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visitsBefore You Apply
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