Environmental Health Officer

Essex
50 per hour
Initial 6-month contract
Start Date - ASAP!

Looking for your next Environmental Health contract?

A Local Authority in Essex is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Officer to support its team on an interim basis. The role is predominantly focused on Private Sector Housing , with some involvement across Environmental Protection matters, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied workload.

You'll be joining a busy and supportive service at a time when councils continue to navigate increasing demand within housing enforcement and evolving legislative requirements.

Key Duties:

• Investigate housing complaints and undertake HHSRS assessments .
• Carry out inspections of private rented sector properties and identify hazards and disrepair.
• Take both informal and formal enforcement action where necessary.
• Draft notices, schedules of work, reports, and case records.
• Provide advice and guidance to landlords, tenants, and agents.
• Support Environmental Protection work, including nuisance investigations and related casework.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to improve housing and environmental standards across the district.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience working within Private Sector Housing in a Local Authority setting.
• Strong understanding of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and HHSRS .
• Experience managing housing enforcement cases independently.
• Exposure to Environmental Protection work would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, investigation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage a varied caseload.

If you're an experienced Environmental Health professional looking for your next contract opportunity, I'd be keen to discuss the role with you.

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