At a Glance
- Tasks: Investigate tenant complaints and improve housing standards in the private rented sector.
- Company: Join a proactive team at West London Council focused on housing improvement.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work collaboratively, and make a real impact in the community.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding role that enhances living conditions for tenants.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of housing standards and experience in compliance or disrepair roles required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Buckingham Futures is working with West London Council and looking for an experienced Private Sector Housing Standards Officer, HMO to join their proactive and high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated housing professional seeking a varied and rewarding caseload, with a strong focus on improving housing standards and making a genuine impact across the private rented sector.
The successful candidate will play a key role across compliance, enforcement, and disrepair matters, combining site-based inspections with detailed case management and stakeholder engagement.
Key responsibilities:- Investigating tenant complaints and undertaking property inspections
- Assessing housing conditions against HHSRS and the Decent Homes Standard
- Preparing and serving statutory notices and enforcement action where necessary
- Managing disrepair cases and producing detailed schedules of condition
- Supporting HMO licensing, inspections, and compliance activity
- Identifying empty properties and supporting initiatives to bring them back into use
- Working collaboratively with internal departments and external agencies to support housing improvement programmes
- Strong working knowledge of HHSRS and housing enforcement legislation
- Previous experience within Private Sector Housing, disrepair, or compliance-focused roles
- A sound understanding of housing standards and regulatory frameworks
- Excellent communication, inspection, and case management skills
- A qualification in Environmental Health, such as a degree accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health
- A degree or diploma in a related field, for example: Housing Studies, Environmental Health, Building Surveying, Public Health, Construction or Building Control, Housing Management
If you're interested please don’t hesitate to contact Takreem.
BF5068 – Private Housing Standards Officers in London employer: Buckingham Futures
Buckingham Futures is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in West London where housing professionals can thrive. With a strong commitment to employee development and a collaborative culture, team members are empowered to make a meaningful impact on housing standards while enjoying a varied caseload. The role of Private Sector Housing Standards Officer not only provides opportunities for professional growth but also allows individuals to contribute to vital community initiatives, making it a rewarding place to work.
