Private Sector Housing Officer

Private Sector Housing Officer - Surrey Local Authority
Competitive Rate 3-Month Contract Hybrid Working (2-3 Days On Site)

We're currently working with a Surrey-based Local Authority looking to appoint a Private Sector Housing Officer on an initial 3-month contract starting in April. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join a supportive team managing a varied private sector caseload, with a strong focus on enforcement activity.

You will be responsible for managing a diverse workload within the private rented sector, with key duties including:

• Carrying out property inspections across the borough

• Investigating housing disrepair cases and tenant complaints

• Undertaking enforcement action in line with housing legislation

• Handling complaints and liaising with landlords and tenants

• Issuing Civil Penalties and supporting wider housing enforcement work

• Preparing case files and supporting regulatory compliance activity

This role would suit an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer who is confident managing inspections, complaints, and enforcement cases within a Local Authority setting.

To be considered, you should have:

• An HND in Environmental Health (or a similar qualification), or

• 3+ years' experience in housing enforcement

• Experience issuing Civil Penalties or undertaking regulatory action in the private rented sector

• Strong knowledge of housing legislation and inspection processes

• Excellent communication skills when dealing with tenants, landlords, and stakeholders

HMO Licensing Officers with relevant experience will also be considered, with training available on the enforcement side.

• Rate: Competitive Rate

• Length: 3 months initially

• Working pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite

• Start: April

If you're interested in discussing this opportunity further, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.