One of my local goverment clients is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join our team on a fixed-term contract to support our Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Home Adaptations service. This role involves inspection, assessment, and enforcement of housing standards under the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring housing conditions comply with statutory requirements, processing property licensing applications, and taking enforcement action where necessary. Key Responsibilities Conduct inspections of private rented properties, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Assess housing conditions and draft notices, schedules of works, and enforcement orders. Process and assess property licensing applications in compliance with Council schemes. Undertake enforcement actions including issuing financial penalties, preparing prosecution cases, and attending court hearings. Correspond and engage with landlords and managing agents to achieve compliance. Prepare detailed reports and briefing documents for internal and external stakeholders. Candidate Requirements Proven experience working with Housing Act 2004 enforcement, property licensing, and private sector housing standards. Strong knowledge of HHSRS and other relevant housing legislation. Excellent communication and report-writing skills. Experience handling enforcement proceedings, including tribunals and court appearances. Ability to manage caseloads independently with attention to detail. If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
One of my local goverment clients is seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join our team on a fixed-term contract to support our Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Home Adaptations service. This role involves inspection, assessment, and enforcement of housing standards under the Housing Act 2004 and associated legislation within the private rented sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring housing conditions comply with statutory requirements, processing property licensing applications, and taking enforcement action where necessary. Key Responsibilities Conduct inspections of private rented properties, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). Assess housing conditions and draft notices, schedules of works, and enforcement orders. Process and assess property licensing applications in compliance with Council schemes. Undertake enforcement actions including issuing financial penalties, preparing prosecution cases, and attending court hearings. Correspond and engage with landlords and managing agents to achieve compliance. Prepare detailed reports and briefing documents for internal and external stakeholders. Candidate Requirements Proven experience working with Housing Act 2004 enforcement, property licensing, and private sector housing standards. Strong knowledge of HHSRS and other relevant housing legislation. Excellent communication and report-writing skills. Experience handling enforcement proceedings, including tribunals and court appearances. Ability to manage caseloads independently with attention to detail. If interested in this role please send your CV to Lee-Jaun at Coyle Personnel Ltd.
Private Sector Housing Officer We are seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support housing and adaptations services, ensuring homes meet safe and satisfactory standards. Key Responsibilities: Carry out inspections of private sector housing, assessing conditions and management standards Process applications for Disabled Facilities Grants and minor adaptations Provide advice, guidance, and enforcement where housing conditions fall below requirements Monitor adaptation works and licensing compliance within the private rented sector Prepare reports, documentation, and enforcement notices in line with relevant legislation Requirements: Relevant qualification in Environmental Health or Housing (or equivalent experience) HHSRS assessor training desirable Strong knowledge of housing legislation and enforcement procedures Experience of inspections, licensing, or grants work within the private housing sector Excellent communication, organisational, and case management skills
Sep 01, 2025
Contract
Private Sector Housing Officer We are seeking an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to support housing and adaptations services, ensuring homes meet safe and satisfactory standards. Key Responsibilities: Carry out inspections of private sector housing, assessing conditions and management standards Process applications for Disabled Facilities Grants and minor adaptations Provide advice, guidance, and enforcement where housing conditions fall below requirements Monitor adaptation works and licensing compliance within the private rented sector Prepare reports, documentation, and enforcement notices in line with relevant legislation Requirements: Relevant qualification in Environmental Health or Housing (or equivalent experience) HHSRS assessor training desirable Strong knowledge of housing legislation and enforcement procedures Experience of inspections, licensing, or grants work within the private housing sector Excellent communication, organisational, and case management skills
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