EHO/Housing Standards Officer

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Our client in Hertfordshire is seeking an officer to support the improvement of housing conditions in the private sector, including enforcement of housing standards, the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), bringing empty homes back into use, and administering Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).

Duties

• Investigate housing condition complaints in the private rented sector, carrying out inspections under theHousing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
• Enforce housing legislation including theHousing Act 2004, preparing and serving notices, prohibition orders, and taking legal action where necessary.
• Assess and processDisabled Facilities Grant (DFG)applications, including carrying out preliminary inspections, liaising with Occupational Therapists, and overseeing the delivery of necessary adaptations.
• Support the delivery of the councilsEmpty Homes strategy, including identifying long-term vacant properties, engaging with owners, and using enforcement powers to bring them back into use where appropriate.
• Inspect and regulateHouses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), ensuring compliance with licensing conditions and relevant legislation.
• Provide professional advice and support to landlords, tenants, and members of the public on housing conditions and improvement options.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Legal, Social Care, Housing Options) and external agencies (e.g. Fire Service, Police) to manage complex or vulnerable housing cases.
• Represent the council in legal proceedings, tribunals, and multi-agency casework as needed.
• Keep accurate and timely records of inspections, enforcement actions, grant applications, and casework.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health or related housing qualification.
• Proven experience in a local authority setting dealing with private sector housing enforcement, HMOs, and DFGs.
• HHSRS trained and demonstrably competent.
• Good understanding of theHousing Act 2004, DFG process, HMO licensing, and enforcement powers.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently with strong organisational and case management skills.
• Knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant legislation, processes, and funding frameworks.
• Membership of theChartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)or similar body.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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