Environmental Health Officer (Private Sector Housing)
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Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire
Working Pattern: 3 days per week in office
Rate: £55 per hour
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Environmental Health Officer to take a leading role in delivering private sector housing regulation and enforcement functions. This is a complex and varied position involving criminal investigations, legal case preparation, and enforcement action to improve housing standards and protect tenants' rights. You will play a key role in driving improvements in resident health, safety, and wellbeing through effective enforcement of housing legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex criminal investigations involving multiple offences, including interviewing suspects under caution and handling evidence in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984
- Prepare detailed reports, witness statements, and legal correspondence
- Compile prosecution and civil enforcement files in line with relevant procedures, referring cases to Legal Services where appropriate
- Represent the Council at Magistrates' Court and Tribunal (Property Chamber)
- Lead on enforcement of housing standards, including Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) and Caravan Site Licensing
- Investigate and enforce breaches of housing legislation, including the Renters Rights Act 2025 and wider landlord and tenant law
- Serve statutory notices and orders, make licensing determinations, commission works in default, and prepare prosecution cases
- Use enforcement powers under the Housing Act 2004 and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) to address poor housing conditions
- Conduct xgikmsk inspections and licensing of HMOs and other regulated properties
- Regulate protected mobile home sites through Caravan Site Licensing
- Investigate complaints, service requests, and long-term empty properties, using both informal and formal enforcement tools
About You
- Have significant experience in housing enforcement, environmental health, or a related field
- Possess strong knowledge of housing legislation, including the Housing Act 2004 and Renters Rights Act 2025
- Be confident managing complex investigatio...
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