Private Sector Housing Officer

Suffolk
£50-£55
6 month initial contract

Ready for your next challenge in Private Sector Housing? A council in Suffolk are looking for an experienced housing professional to join their Environmental Health team and help deliver a vital frontline service, supporting residents and improving housing standards across the community.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring residents have access to safe, healthy and well-managed homes. Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll help deliver a responsive housnig service at a busy time following the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate housing complaints and carry out HHSRS inspections.
• Enforce housing legislation through informal and formal action.
• Inspect private rented properties for compliance with housing standards.
• Advise tenants, landlords, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare enforcement notices and maintain accurate case records.
• Support HMO licensing and regulatory compliance.
• Work with partners to improve housing conditions and protect residents.

About you:

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience in Private Sector Housing, Environmental Health, and working in Local Government.
• Sound knowledge of housing legislation and the HHSRS.
• Practical experience in carrying out inspections for both disrepair and property licensing
• Experience in report writing and enforcement of Housing Act 2004.
• Able to build effective relationships with tenants, landlords, and partners.
• Well-organised, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision

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